Tag: investing

4 Save Money Tips When Buying a Car

Buying a car is a major decision–and a costly one, too. On average, most Americans spend ten percent of their monthly income paying for transportation. For most of us, this expense comes in the form of a monthly car payment. However, if you play your cards right, you can drive out of the dealership with…


5 Reasons Why Real Estate Is a Great Investment

By James Harris Real estate is a great investment for many reasons. You can enjoy an excellent rate of returns, amazing tax advantages, and leverage real estate to build your wealth. Here are the top five reasons why real estate is a great investment. Real Estate Provides Better Returns Than the Stock Market Without as Much…


How to Apply Warren Buffett’s Investment Approach to Real Estate

By Chris Estey At just 11 years old, Warren Buffett learned one of his first lessons about investing. He bought three shares of stock at $38, which quickly dropped to $27 before slowly creeping back up to $40. Young Buffett sold the shares for a small profit. Later, that stock jumped up to $200 a share….


What Are Crypto Debit/Credit Cards and Are They Worth Using?

Cryptocurrencies offer benefits for both customers and businesses alike. Businesses, in general, have gains by accepting cryptocurrency payments and as a result, some have become more open to the idea. Here is what crypto debit/credit cards are—and are they worth using? Customers and businesses face some difficulties when it comes to paying and receiving payments for…


When Does It Make Sense to Refinance Your Mortgage

If you’re a homeowner with an existing mortgage, you might think you’re all set. But just because you have a mortgage locked in doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the best mortgage for your situation. Refinancing is a cost-effective and logical option in many cases, particularly in a market with low interest rates. What Does it Mean…


Cryptocurrency Vs Gold, Which Investment Is Better?

Investors have turned to both gold and cryptocurrency as alternative investments meant to keep their money safe. But how does crypto compare to gold? What are the advantages and disadvantages of these currencies, and should an investor consider one over the other? The Many Types of Crypto First, let’s establish that there are many different…


How to Start Trading on the Stock Market with Low Money

You might think that investing and trading on the stock market requires millions of dollars to be pumped in to make any money. This is simply not the case. Fortunately, we live in an age where almost anyone can start trading in the stock market. Even if you don’t have a lot of money to…


Second Mortgage: What Do You Need to Know?

When you include a down payment with your mortgage loan to pay for a new home, those funds you included are your investment in your home. In order to reduce your mortgage payment as much as possible, your down payment is perhaps as large as you could afford. For most home buyers, the down payment…


How Eating Healthier Can Help You Make More Money

Many people choose eating healthier as one of their resolutions every single year. While most fall off the bandwagon, some go above and beyond achieving their fitness goals. Those who lose the willpower to eat healthier say they do so because they can’t find motivation. So, what if I told you that eating healthier can…


Top 7 Ways to Protect Your 401(K) From a Stock Market Crash

If you have a 401(k), any other retirement plan, or anything that ties into the stock market in general, then this article is for you. I’m going to tell you seven ways to protect your 401(k) from a stock market crash so that if it does happen, at least you will be prepared. What Is…