5 Ways to Save During Retirement
Retirement is one of the biggest milestones in a person’s life. People work for an average of 30-40 years, and once it’s time to retire, it’s time to take life by the reins and enjoy it to the fullest. One thing to think about when retirement is around the corner, however, is how to maintain…
These are the top 5 holidays for American spending
Whether it’s on the consumer side or the corporate side, no wallet is spared shedding a dollar as a holiday approaches. Setting up decorations, purchasing gifts, or gifting an experience are all ways people can find themselves spending money during a holiday – especially the ones towards the end of the year. Be it…
Top 5 Technology Trends in the US (That Are Shaking Up Markets)
Technology is constantly evolving. Historically, tech has helped to make our lives easier and more efficient, but over time its role has expanded to aid in many other areas of our lives. It provides entertainment, furthers scientific advancements, facilitates financial transactions, and takes us to new places we’ve never been to before. And with this…
The 5 Best Cities for Solar Panel Savings
Solar energy has steadily grown in popularity in recent years, so it’s no surprise that as of 2016, nine-in-ten U.S. adults said they were in favor of expanding solar power use. But why do so many American individuals support solar energy? Aside from the collective environmental benefits, what do you, personally, have to gain from…
How to Manage Your High Medical Expenses
Medical expenses can be a huge burden on many people. They take away from your income stream, which, at best, means that you have to shift your priorities towards pay those debts. At worst, your medical expenses, depending on how high they are, can cause major financial hardship. But, there is good news. You can…
Owning a Franchise 101
For many Americans, owning a business is a lifelong dream that begins with an idea and an investment and ends in either triumph or bankruptcy. Starting a new business is a risky endeavor, although not quite as risky as one might think. While it’s a common belief that 50% of new businesses fail in the…
Personal Finance for Main St
When residents of Main St look for news on how the economy is performed that day, it's often reported in terms of how the "Dow" or the S&P 500 performed that day. So what is the Dow? Ditto for the S&P 500?