If you’re self-employed or own your own small business, tax time can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. There are some extra steps you have to follow if you consider yourself an independent contractor or business owner than if you’re an employee. Filing your taxes is something you should be preparing for all…
Is debt keeping you down and preventing you from achieving financial freedom? You are, unfortunately, not alone. The average American is walking around with almost $40,000 worth of personal debt. If you want to learn how to achieve financial freedom in 2020, you can begin by paying down as much personal debt as you can. Your debt is going to…
Many people struggle with their finances due to poor financial decisions, lack of budgeting know-how, among other issues. Ultimately, they end up in a debilitating debt rut or even worse loss of their homes, businesses or other assets. While it is not easy to open up your finances to a stranger, working with a financial…
Being able to drive is a great feeling. Although public transport can get you from A to B, driving yourself there offers a sense of freedom and independence you can’t get elsewhere. Sadly, like all brilliant things, driving does have downsides. Among the most frustrating is the cost. When buying a car, the expenses don’t…
Becoming an adult can be exciting, but do you really know everything about finances? Our schools should have a program all about adulting, but they don’t! Which is why you should start doing some research about that grown-up stuff you need to know. First of all, we need to know who we are and what…
No matter how much cash flow there is coming in, sometimes life just gets the better of us and we find ourselves without money for key events in our lives. If that sounds all-too-familiar, and you’re reaching the bottom of your bank account weeks before your next paycheck, then read on for some tips on…
Does the idea of having someone other than yourself managing a significant portion of your money make you uncomfortable? The topic of personal finances is one that is not usually acceptable in social settings. Financial planning and analysis are not intended to be challenging to discuss. Financial planning professionals, who are legally certified to do…
Financial goals and boundaries are elemental when you’re working to gain control over your finances. True financial freedom takes a long term commitment and a wealth of personal control and knowledge. Start working towards a successful future now, and learn to manage your finances early on in life. Here is a brief look into a…
A day at the races can be a perfect time to kick back and relax and watch talented horses and jockeys compete for major honors, while you can even make some money in the process. If you know the right horses and you have a good selection of odds it can be a very fruitful…
We all have responsibilities in life and tend to acquire more as we get older. One issue that often comes up once we’re in adulthood is that we have to help our aging parents to live their best life. It gets harder for them to do, especially in this society, so it’s up to us…