Personal Finance

“What do the stimulus checks mean for me?” “Is it wise to start investing during this time?” “Should I dip into my emergency fund or use the money from the stimulus package?” With new announcements and relief efforts that have been put in place, it’s perfect...

With the economic uncertainty due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), you’ll want to get a grip on handling your money. It’s hard to predict how things will shake out and how the economy will ultimately shift. Perhaps recent events have already had a profound impact on your finances. Maybe they h...

If the ever-evolving coronavirus situation has put a halt on your income or lowered it dramatically, don’t panic. Instead, it’s best to stay calm, rally your resources and come up with a strategy for your finances. If COVID-19 has affected your ability to pay your rent or mortgage, cover...

Breathe in. Breathe out. We know there is a lot of uncertainty as the world faces the challenges and realities of COVID-19. While many of us are working remotely or facing job uncertainty, transferring our schooling online, and putting many aspects of our life on hold, the reality is that not everyt...

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It’s easy to think of investments as existing in a vacuum. You contribute money, wait a certain amount of time and watch your portfolio grow. Where that money goes – and how it grows – are questions most people would rather not think about. But the fact is, what you choose to invest in matters...

As a couple, you’ve gone halfsies on many a meal, saved for trips together, and gifted joint presents. So now that you’re ready to take the next step in your relationship and move in together, splitting your shared expenses should be a cinch, right? Not so fast. There are a few intricacies and t...

Living with anyone is hard. Sharing your space, fighting over the TV or arguing over who last did the dishes. Roommate spats are common. Like any good relationship, you’re bound to run into problems when you’re in such close proximity. But fighting about money can also be a problem. When you’r...

Structure is the key to growth. Without a solid foundation – and a road map for the future – it’s easy to spin your wheels and float through life without making any headway. Planning allows you to prioritize your time, plot your future and measure the progress you’ve made. That’s especiall...

Sharing openly about your finances is difficult to do. Be it with your family, friends, in your relationship or even unintentional exposure at work (ever been on a work trip where they plan to reimburse you, but you don’t even have enough on your credit limit for the hotel?). I basically ran from ...