Why It’s Difficult for Young Adults to Save Money

Why It’s Difficult for Young Adults to Save Money

US Households struggle to save money. This is a fact. With the average personal savings rate at around 6%, it’s clear that households across the United States struggle to save money and ultimately build wealth. While families across the country struggle to...
How We Furnished Our First Apartment for $600

How We Furnished Our First Apartment for $600

I remember graduating from college being an important part in my life. I was set to get married a few months later. After that, we were scheduled to move to another country for what was scheduled to be a full year of teaching english. That plan didn’t fully pan...
How Does the Stock Market Work?

How Does the Stock Market Work?

The stock market plays a part in everyone’s daily lives, yet Wall Street is still one of the most mystifying places on planet earth. The stock market serves three vital purposes: Helps companies raise capital – Companies raise money by selling shares in an IPO or...
Should You Use Savings To Pay Off Debt?

Should You Use Savings To Pay Off Debt?

Many times people in debt want to do everything possible to get out of debt as fast as they can. This usually leads to them wondering if they should be taking some of their savings to pay off some of their debt. Unfortunately, many times this can backfire and cause...