What if we told you the prices on groceries, clothes and even houses were going to drop? You’d probably be thrilled! Lower prices? Heck yes. We’re big fans of you keeping more money in your pockets too—but not when the reason for it is deflation. De—who? Deflation. So what is…
No matter who you are or what industry you’re in, it’s important to set goals for your career. Career goals keep us moving forward, prevent us from getting stuck or stagnant, and give us something bigger than ourselves to work toward. In fact, one of my favorite Scriptures is “I…
Who am I? Get expert money advice to reach your money goals faster! If you’re asking yourself that question, you’re in good company. Scholars, philosophers, psychologists, teachers, rabbis and pastors have debated identity for centuries. It’s hard to put it into words—and yet it’s so foundational to how we make…
Money fights are the worst. Well, let’s face it: All fights are pretty awful. But if you and your spouse (or significant other) have been fighting about money, you’re not alone. Get expert money advice to reach your money goals faster! In fact, 41% of married couples say fighting is…
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Micro-investing apps are one of the latest trends in the investing world. And it makes sense why so many people use them. With a savvy investing app, you can round up your purchases to the dollar, tucking away the extra change into an investing account. If you can start your…
After a few weeks of back-and-forth, President Joe Biden’s American Rescue Plan became a reality in March 2021—and with it came a third stimulus check hitting Americans’ bank accounts. But the American Rescue Plan had a lot more stuff in it than just the stimulus checks. The Biden administration called the…
If you’re a tenant or a homeowner struggling to make monthly housing payments due to the impact of the pandemic and lockdowns, we feel for you. You’ve been through a lot. And now that the federal bans on evictions and foreclosures have officially ended, you may be wondering what options…
Study Summary • 59% of American workers say the COVID-19 pandemic has changed what they value about a job or career. • 55% of workers said they’re considering changing jobs. • 52% of workers would be willing to take a pay cut for a career that more closely aligns with…
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could all feel as confident and secure as Linus from Peanuts when he’s carrying his security blanket? Property insurance can give you that same feeling—but with real protection. (Unfortunately, Linus’s blanket wouldn’t actually do much to protect him.) Property insurance comes in several forms, each designed to protect…
A trip to the emergency room sucks. But sometimes what comes later is even worse—the bill for the visit. Like, have you ever opened an ER bill and seen a $30 charge for an aspirin? Even though the same stack of cash in a drugstore could buy you five bottles…
Do you feel like you’re settling for a job that doesn’t bring you joy? How about a job that drains you of joy? Or maybe you love your career field but you feel like you’ll never move up that ladder. If that’s you, you’re definitely not alone. Our Ramsey State…
Ahhhh. Home sweet home. There’s nothing like that feeling after coming home after a long trip away. Or that moment you get the keys to your first house and you walk through the front door, lay down, and do snow angels on that plush living room carpet (weird, but we…
Debt-free people are a rare breed . . . especially in today’s world. Just about everyone has bought the lie that financial peace only happens when your FICO score is above average, you’ve got credit card points out the wazoo, and your mailbox is full of credit card applications. So,…
No, we’re not talking about everyone’s favorite martini-drinking spy. We’re talking about bonds that are used as investments. Still, bonds do seem to have an element of mystery to some folks. A bond is a type of loan between an investor and a corporate or government borrower that promises to…
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