Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Scared Americans desperate to travel are buying up “Covid Camper” (MSN). One more way the pandemic is changing our behavior and introducing new words and phrases. We paid off our mortgage in 7 years — here’s why (Live Your Wage). “Good […]
As my wife and I approach our 21st anniversary, my mind isn’t just on financial matters, but the occasion did lead me to reflect recently on the best financial advice we received before we got married. It came from the pastor who led us through some pre-marital counseling. What to do with a second income When a […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. The coronavirus-driven gold rush (Axios). Apparently, a lot of new investors have been drawn to the stock market, thinking there’s easy money to be made. Please have a plan! How the current crisis could impact the future of fashion forever (Worth). […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Why liquid net worth is so important for your finances (Of Dollars and Data). Net worth is one way of keeping score, but how much of it could you access if you needed to? Lost your job but still have a […]
In so many areas of life right now, we need to be cautious. Don’t gather in groups. Keep your distance from people. Wear a mask when out in public. And on it goes. With caution serving as the rule of the day, it’s understandable that many of us are cancelling summer trips. The risk of […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Help! My flight was cancelled and I still can’t get a refund (NY Times). Airlines are trying to issue credits when they may be obligated to provide a refund instead. It pays to know the rules. Will travel change after coronavirus? […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Is it okay to buy things you want but don’t need during coronavirus? (Grow). “Do I try to protect the health of delivery people or do I protect their livelihood?” Here’s what to do if your company cuts its 401(k) match […]
This past weekend, I looked outside from the comfort of our home and took in a wonderful sight: Our boys mowing the lawn. It was a beautiful thing to see a chore I used to do being done by others. Much the same can be said for some forms of financial automation. A one-time decision […]
Weekly roundup of some of the best personal finance articles from around the web. Minimalism in a crisis (Becoming Minimalist). As we stock up on essentials, this is a good time to consider all that is truly non-essential. Personal finance during a crisis (A Wealth of Common Sense). An action plan for anyone whose […]
If your family is anything like mine, your nights and weekends are freer than they’ve been in a long time. Like so many families, we tend to run pretty hard, with each of our kids involved in sports, music, church, or other activities. Now that so much is on hold, I’ve been enjoying the extra […]
