These 4 Apps Will Help You to Reach Financial Security
Staying within a budget can be difficult. It’s so easy to swipe that credit card and simply think that you will “pay it off later”. These purchases start to add up and you may find a large credit card bill in your mailbox at the end of the month. Getting yourself into debt can be…
Smart Budgeting Decisions for Washingtonians
Smart Budgeting Decisions for Washingtonians Washington DC is an amazing city to live in. It’s spacious, it’s always bustling with energy, and it’s just an overall fun city to enjoy. These amenities can come at a cost however. DC’s cost of living is one of the highest in the country and it doesn’t seem…
The Hidden Costs Behind Relocation
How hard can moving from one house to another really be? All you really need to do is pack your stuff, drive to your new house, and unpack, right? Wrong. Moving is rarely a walk in the park. Hidden fees, unanticipated costs, and lack of planning can lead to blown budgets and massive headaches. The…
3 Things You Didn’t Know About Saving for Retirement
One of the most important things you should be doing with your money is saving it. It might not sound as fun as going out and splurging on food, clothes, and travel, but retirement savings are an important aspect of a budget. Many people have not done any research about retirement, and even those who are…
How to Market Your Business on a Tight Budget
After years of preparation, developing your business plan, and negotiating a loan with the bank, you’ve finally created a business that you are proud to call your own. Congratulations! Now, it’s time to make sure that your company succeeds. That means you need to gain clients and customers. The best way to do that is…
What Goes Into Cost of Living?
Cost of living is a relatively broad term. When people are considering relocating, looking at the cost of living should be an important part of the decision making process. But what exactly goes into that cost? Here are some of the biggest factors. Transportation – Everyone has to get around, whether it’s commuting to a…
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?