10 Of The Dumbest Purchases People Regretted Immediately (But Were Also Kinda Funny:)
What are the dumbest purchases you have ever made? Well, I have made my share of idiotic investments. For example, I accepted a "free tablet" from my cell phone carrier…
Self-Employed Tax Deductions: The Basics About 10 Essential Ones
Self-Employed Tax Deductions: The Basics About 10 Essential Ones was written by Prakash Kolli and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Prakash Kolli is the founder of the Dividend Power…
10 Clever Ways to Save Money: Start Today
Saving money is a goal for many people, but it can often feel daunting and overwhelming. The good news is that many small habits can help you save money over…
10 Huge Money Wasters That People Still Indulge
Indulgence is giving way to one's desires, something granted as a privilege, or something enjoyed out of gratification. As a self-diagnosed impulse spender, I must fight my urge to indulge…
How Can I Manage My Finances? Your Path to Prosperity!
Do the anxiety-inducing questions, “How can I manage my finances better?” and "Where do I even begin?" constantly plague your thoughts? You're not alone. More than half of Americans are…
10 Best Expensive Things to Buy that Could Save You Money, Time, and Improve Your Life
Are you searching for ways to improve your life, save time, or save money? Investing in expensive items can be a colossal waste. However, sometimes it is an intelligent decision…
What Is Annual Income? Significance and Calculation Insights
'Annual Income' is widely recognized as the most valuable metric for quick and comprehensive calculations, whether for reporting taxes, applying for loans, or making a budget, whether on a personal…
10 Unethical Businesses Who Make Money by Exploiting the Uneducated and Desperate
It is no secret that many shady businesses prey on those in need to make profits. However, people should be aware of these rip-off schemes and stay vigilant. Here are…
10 Bad Money Habits That Are Keeping You Broke
We all have habits that we fall into, but some of these habits can be harmful to our finances. In fact, certain bad money habits can even make us go…
10 Unusual Ways to Make Money: Wealthy Folks Revealed
When it comes to managing money, there's no one-size-fits-all approach. However, it's often helpful to take cues from those who have accumulated wealth and learn from their habits and strategies.…
10 Ways to Make Quick Cash When You’re in a Pinch
A pinch is an awkward place, but nearly everyone has been there. The bills sometimes pop up from nowhere, and regaining balance requires that you raise money at light speed.…
10 Unbelievably Stupid Things to Spend Money On (Revealed by People)
It's wise to be frugal regarding money, and that notion applies more than ever in today's trying economic times. But some insist on spending their hard-earned cash liberally on silly…
10 Ways to Invest Money in 2023
It's quarter way into 2023, and with the depressing price hikes, major banks liquidating, and the United States Treasury announcing a potential default in national debt, it is natural if…
11 Best Tips for Talking To Aging Parents About Their Retirement and Finances
Talking to aging parents about death and their estate can be very hard, but it is a fact of life unless you predecease them. A worried Internet forum member asked…
Assets Versus Liabilities: Knowing The Difference for Financial Success
Assets Versus Liabilities: Knowing The Difference for Financial Success was written by Chris Alarcon and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Chris is the driving force behind Financially Well Off…
14 Costco Benefits That Make It a Best-In-Class Employer
14 Costco Benefits That Make It a Best-In-Class Employer was written by Sam Stone and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Sam is the creator of the personal development blog…
How Much Should I Have in Savings? A Guide to Financial Security
How Much Should I Have in Savings? A Guide to Financial Security was written by Anika Jindal and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Anika is a CPA and founder…
The 9 Biggest Money Wasters that are Popular
Americans have several collective addictions, and wasting money is among the nastiest. Yet, for some reason, we forget how hard we worked to earn the money when it comes time…
10 Worst Money-Making Scams Preying on Unsuspecting Folks
The only thing more lacking than Americans' financial literacy rates is their...literacy rates. Schools aren't doing anything to prepare students for the ruthless realities of the financial system, and many…
Is $700.00 a Week a Good Amount of Allowance for Teenagers? (10 Thoughts)
Here's a question people must be asking: how much pocket money is enough for a child in modern times? However, I am not sure many parents will ask if $700…
11 Tried and Tested Ways To Save Money This Year
11 Tried and Tested Ways To Save Money This Year was written by Danny Newman and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Danny Newman is a digital nomad from the…
5 Reasons Retail Traders Lose Money
5 Reasons Retail Traders Lose Money was written for Playlouder by a Cristina Par. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not always in strict…
A Step-By-Step Guide on How to Write a Check
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you need to write a check but feel uncertain about how to do it properly? Writing a check may seem like…
The Financial Planning Process: Your Route to Financial Independence!
The financial planning process is all about "planning" for your retirement far before your arrival there. You need to think of retirement as a destination. I like to call it…
Taking the Guesswork out of FHA Mortgages: How the FHA Mortgage Calculator Can Simplify Your Home Buying Journey
Taking the Guesswork out of FHA Mortgages: How the FHA Mortgage Calculator Can Simplify Your Home Buying Journey was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing…
What Is a Trust Fund and How It Works
You may have heard the term "trust fund" thrown around regarding estate planning. But what is a trust fund, and how does it work? Let's break down the basics of…
10 Great Financial Insights: What You Wish You Did in Your Twenties?
Many of us make financial decisions in our twenties that we may regret. Whether it's failing to save for retirement, investing in the wrong assets, or simply spending too much…
10 Best Tips for Saving Money at the Grocery Store
This list is an eye-opener for shopping smart and saving money at the grocery store. With so much financial stress, it's good to save when and where you can, and…
Avoid These Pitfalls Like The Plague When You Get A Pay Raise
Avoid These Pitfalls Like The Plague When You Get A Pay Raise was written by Amaka Chukwuma and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Amaka Chukwuma is a freelance content…
How To Build Wealth at Any Age
How To Build Wealth at Any Age was written by Ben Hoffman and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Please note that contributing opinions…
How to Make Your Money Work for You: 7 Modern Methods for Investing in “The Market”
You work hard for your money - but does your money work hard for you? No one wants to work until they die, right?If you feel like you never have…
A Robo Advisor Comparison: Can A.I. Get You to the Promised Land?!
I wanted to create a distilled robo-advisor comparison for you to check out. Mainly because they are cool, but also because they are (potentially) a great step closer to financial…
How to Become a Millionaire – 16 Critical Do’s and Don’ts
It's no longer "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" but how to become a millionaire. You don't have to be a contestant on a game show, win the lottery, or…
8 Clever Frugal Living Tips: Save Big on a Tiny Budget
8 Clever Frugal Living Tips: Save Big on a Tiny Budget was written by Farah Zeb and originally appeared on Hello Sensible. Farah, a mother of five and a voice…
What is the Difference Between Term and Whole Life Insurance?
Are you considering buying life insurance but don't know where to start? Here's a money-saving tip: get it while you're still young(er) and healthy! Now, let's look at the two…
10 Best Low Cost Index Funds To Buy in 2023
10 Best Low Cost Index Funds To Buy in 2023 was written by Marjolein Dilven and originally appeared on Savoteur. Marjolein is the founder of Radical FIRE. She has a finance…
Why Is Inflation So High? The Best Steps To Survive
Why Is Inflation So High? The Best Steps To Survive was written by Josh Dudick and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Josh is a financial expert with 15+ years…
7 Financial Tips from Digital Nomads who Travel the World
7 Financial Tips from Digital Nomads who Travel the World was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are…
15 Tips To Help You Start Grocery Shopping on a Budget
15 Tips To Help You Start Grocery Shopping on a Budget was written by Robyn Goldfarb and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Robyn is a millennial mom with a…
How Did Mark Cuban Make His Money?
How Did Mark Cuban Make His Money? was written by Theresa Bedford and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Theresa Bedford is the founder of In The Game Investing where…
The Online Buzz About Infinite Banking Doesn’t Mean it’s For Everyone- Here’s What You Should Know
The "Infinite Banking" hashtag has been viewed over 100 million times on Tik Tok and counting. Internet users have taken it upon themselves to learn more about this concept rather…
So, How Does Honey Make Money
So, How Does Honey Make Money was written by Sam Stone and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Sam is the founder of personal finance and self-improvement blog Smarter and Harder.…
Dave Ramsey Baby Steps to Build Wealth – Do They Really Work?
Dave Ramsey Baby Steps to Build Wealth - Do They Really Work? was written by Chloe McQeen and originally appeared on Hello Sensible. Chloe is the creator behind It’s Not Your…
How Does Venmo Make Money? Here Are 8 Ways
How Does Venmo Make Money? Here Are 8 Ways was written by Danny Newman and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Danny Newman is currently writing and traveling his way…
7 Clever Ways To Curb Your (Or Your Family’s) Impulse Buying Online
Who loves the feeling of a package showing up on your doorstep with your latest find? But a pile of boxes arriving daily could be a sign that you're in…
20 Country Songs About Money and the Lessons You Can Learn
20 Country Songs About Money and the Lessons You Can Learn was written by Tawnya Redding and originally appeared on Savoteur. Tawnya is a 34-year-old Special Education teacher in the…
How To Find a Financial Advisor
How To Find a Financial Advisor was written by Brian Thorp and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Brian Thorp is the founder and CEO of Wealthtender, an online marketplace…
10 Tips for Keeping Your Finances in Good Shape
10 Tips for Keeping Your Finances in Good Shape was written for Playlouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not…
Understanding Sinking Funds For Better Budgeting
Understanding Sinking Funds For Better Budgeting was written by Ram Chakradhar and originally appeared on Savoteur. Ram is an Engineer by day and a personal finance blogger by night. He…
Top 15 Easy Jobs That Pay Well This Year
Top 15 Easy Jobs That Pay Well This Year was written by Marjolein Dilven and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Marjolein is the founder of Radical FIRE. She has…
5 Ways To Protect Your Bank Accounts in 2022
5 Ways To Protect Your Bank Accounts in 2022 was written for PlayLouder by a contributing author. Please note that contributing opinions are that of the author. They are not…
Best Investment Apps to Get Started With Any Budget
Best Investment Apps to Get Started With Any Budget was written by Andrew Herrig and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Andrew Herrig is the founder of Wealthy Nickel, where…
Top 15 Highest-Paid Athletes In the World for 2022
Top 15 Highest-Paid Athletes In the World for 2022 was written by Marjolein and originally appeared on Savoteur. Marjolein is the founder of Radical FIRE. She has a finance and economics…
10 Essential Money Management Skills for Children
10 Essential Money Management Skills for Children was written by Marilyn Kennedy Melia and originally appeared on GoHenry and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. It was…
Free Money Grants vs. Small Business Loans: What Option Is Best For You?
Free Money Grants vs. Small Business Loans: What Option Is Best For You? was written by Dana Wolk and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. Dana is a blogger with…
Top 7 Ways To Save Money (During a Time of Inflation)
Top 7 Ways To Save Money (During a Time of Inflation) was written by Dana Wolk and originally appeared on Savoteur. Dana is a blogger with a master’s degree as…
How to Get Free Money (18 Easy Ideas)
How to Get Free Money (18 Easy Ideas) was written by Annie Brown and originally appeared on Savoteur. Annie Brown is the founder of Savvy Honey, where she shares frugal…
What is The Infinite Banking Concept? What Are The Pros and Cons?
Infinite banking offers a way for ordinary people to take charge of their finances and grow their wealth. Popularized by R. Nelson Nash in his book "Becoming Your Own Banker," this unique…
48 of The Best Graduation Gifts
48 of The Best Graduation Gifts was written by Linda Meltzer and originally appeared on Savoteur. Linda is the founder of The Cents of Money, a personal finance blog, here…
How Using the Growth Mindset Can Grow Your Money
How Using the Growth Mindset Can Grow Your Money was written by Danny Newman and originally appeared on Savoteur. Danny Newman is currently writing and traveling his way around the…
Opening Range Breakout Strategy for Beginners
Opening Range Breakout Strategy for Beginners was written by Tim Thomas and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. The opening range breakout (ORB) is…
The Mindset of The Rich vs Poor: How Wealthy People Think Differently
I hate to put things in terms of the rich vs poor, but when it comes to amassing and keeping money, wealthy people do think inherently differently from poor people.…
Wholesale Real Estate: What You Need to Know To Make Money in 2022
Wholesale Real Estate: What You Need to Know To Make Money in 2022 was written by Tyler Weaver and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with…
Best Budget App: 9 Best Budgeting Apps of 2022
Best Budget App: 9 Best Budgeting Apps of 2022 was written by Mary Elizabeth and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. There are a…
Digging Out of Holiday Debt
Digging Out of Holiday Debt was written by Marwan Noorani, Debt.com and was produced by Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Could Gen Z be on the…
What is a Personal Loan and How Does it Work?
Do you have expenses that you fail to pay on a regular basis? Or maybe a huge pile of high-interest debt requiring monthly payments that barely even cover the interest…
Personal Capital Review: Pros and Cons in 2022
If you're looking for a tool that will give you Wall Street-like returns (without requiring you to live in New York), consider using Personal Capital. Created in 2009, Personal Capital…
Vanguard vs. Blackrock Funds: Is One Better Than the Other
Vanguard vs. Blackrock Funds: Is One Better Than the Other was written by Mark Patrick and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. If you're…
Mega Backdoor Roth IRA: Is It Really Mega?
Mega Backdoor Roth IRA: Is It Really Mega? was written by Theresa Bedford and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. The Mega Backdoor Roth…
Rent a Room in Your House: Follow These 5 Steps for Maximum Protection
Rent a Room in Your House: Follow These 5 Steps for Maximum Protection was written by Max and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission.…
How to Make Money Without a Job: 16 Epic Ways!
How to Make Money Without a Job was written by yours truly, Joe DiSanto, for Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished here with permission. Are you looking for an…
Roth IRA vs. 401(k): Which Is The Better Option?
Roth IRA vs. 401(k) was written by Mike Zaccardi and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. The Roth IRA and 401(k) are two of…
Big Picture Investing: Why You Need to Get in the Game Now!
If you have been poking around my blog, you’ve probably figured out that my ultimate goal is to help you reach some version of "financial independence" (or even just plain…
How to Get Rich Quickly: Real Talk and Real Expectations
How to Get Rich Quickly was written by Theresa Bedford and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Let's be honest. Who doesn't want to…
What is Crowdfunding and How Does it Work?
You don't need to have tons of money to invest in exciting projects nowadays. With that new fangled thing called the internet, almost anyone from anywhere in the world can…
Debt Lessons You Can Learn from Football Players. The NFL and IOU!
Debt Lessons You Can Learn from Football Players was written by Don Silvestri and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Before Don Silvestri became…
Acorns vs Robinhood vs Webull vs M1 Finance: Which One is the Best?
Are you looking to up your investing game? Do you want the stock market to make your money work for you? Are you sick and tired of sitting on the…
What Beginning Investment Book To Pick? Here Are 15+ options.
What Beginning Investment Book To Pick? was written by Mary Elizabeth. It originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks and was republished with permission. For young investors, beginning investing can seem…
What Is A Debt Consolidation Loan?
If you've got lots of debt from various sources, a debt consolidation loan could help you organize your finances and set your future straight. "What is a debt consolidation loan?"…
How to Budget Money 101 (You Know You Need To)
How to Budget Money 101 was written by Kristian Borghesan, and originally appeared on Wealth of Geeks. It has been republished with permission. Budgeting. The nine-letter word in personal finance…
Personal Loans For Bad Credit
Many sources assume that you have good or at least neutral credit when looking at loan advice online. As a result, their solutions may not apply to those with bad…
10 Receipt Scanner App Options to Save Your Expense Reports
This article was written by Ryan Luke. It originally appeared on Your Money Geek and has been republished with permission A receipt scanner app could be one of the easiest…
How To Get Out of Debt Fast: 10+ Tips You Need To Know Now
There are many reasons why people get into debt, but many don't know how to get out of it. This article will show you what you need to do to…
What Happens if You File Taxes Late? Here is the Good News and Bad
What Happens if You File Taxes Late? was written by Riley Adams, and originally appeared on Your Money Geek. It has been republished with permission. Just do it already. Reset…
When Does It Make Sense To Refinance Student Loans?
Our contributing author, Travis Hornsby, CFA, is Founder and CEO of Student Loan Planner. He lives with his wife in St. Louis, MO, where he loves thinking up new student loan…
What is An Annuity (and How Annuities Work!)
Imagine getting paid $1000 every month for the rest of your life. You don't need to work for it and you can spend it however you want. Sounds like a…
Can I Work and Collect Social Security
Can I Work and Collect Social Security was written by Brian Thorp, and originally appeared you Your Money Geek. It has been republished with permission. Around 64% of Americans have…
Making a Will – 10 Facts You’ll Definitely Want to Consider
Making a Will was written by Andrew Herrig, and originally appeared on Your Money Geek. It has been reposted with permission. The pandemic has changed people's thinking on many things,…
Indexed Universal Life Insurance – The Pros, Cons and Must-Know Information!
As it stands today, you might feel like you need an entire college course on life insurance to simply understand all the available options you have to consider. From navigating…
How You Can Become Debt Free (And Even Get a Fresh Financial Start)
Being overwhelmed by debt can be stressful, frustrating, and even detrimental to your mental and overall health. If you're watching your debts pile up month after month, you may need…
Recession-Proof Stocks: 13 Stocks to Buy to Weather the Storm
This post was written by Steve Cummings and originally appeared on Your Money Geek. Steve Cummings is the founder of the personal finance blog The Frugal Expat. Please note that…
What You Need To Know About a Sinking Fund
We all have something special we'd like to buy for our home or in life. That old couch that has seen better days in your living room begging for a…
How to Save For a House: 10 Ways To Make Your Biggest Purchase Ever!
How to Save For a House was written by Jonathan Sanchez and originally appeared on Your Money Geek. It has been republished with permission. Buying a home may be the…
Want to Know How to Get Rich? Follow These 8 Steps
Want to Know How to Get Rich? was written by Brain Thorp. It originally appeared on Your Money Geek and has been republished with permission. Do you want to know…
College Graduates: Build Wealth by Avoiding 11 Common Money Mistakes After Landing Your First Job
Congratulations! You graduated from college and landed your first job! It’s an exciting and scary new chapter all rolled in one. You’ll be making some serious money for the first…
What Happens If You Don’t Pay Student Loans?
If you're one of the many millions of graduates saddled with debt, it's understandable that you have some anxiety about paying off your loans. You may even start to wonder…
Investment Vehicles: What Are They and What Are the Risks?
According to the 2019 Schwab Modern Wealth Survey, Americans believe someone to be "wealthy" if they have at least $2.3 million in net worth. Arguably, the best approach to building…
5 Ways to Spot Investment Scams
There is always an element of risk versus reward with an investment. You are never guaranteed to get all your money back. However, some investment opportunities are straight-up scams. Ponzi schemes…
Top 5 Personal Bookkeeping Software Options: Personal Capital vs Mint vs Quicken vs Money Dance vs Countabout
Personal Capital vs Mint vs Quicken vs Money dance vs Countabout are all potential options to help you get a better grip on your personal finances or tidy up your…