Before you can make any rational financial decisions, step one is understanding where you’re at right now. Are you Scrooge McDuck swimming in a pool of cash, or are you on the verge of selling your kidney to pay off some debt? After we nail this down, we’ll cover the eight financial priorities you should use as your financial roadmap.
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No one pulls out of their driveway expecting to get into a car accident. But like the Boy Scouts, you should always be prepared. Here are the critical, potentially lifesaving steps you should take upon experiencing that dreaded crunch.
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Yes, I get it: not your favorite topic. Taxes are neither thrilling nor simple, so naturally, like your mistake of an ex, most people want as little to do with them as possible. But as your favorite CPA, I’m going to make this easy for you. I’ll avoid all the technical jargon to give you the most important information in a way you can understand and remember.
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Chances are you’ve heard that the Federal Reserve has drastically cut interest rates to counteract the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. But what does this mean? And how does this impact you? Here’s what you need to know.
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Traditional vs Roth: a heavyweight battle the likes of Ali vs Frazier, Marvel vs DC and the chicken vs the egg. This post makes the traditional vs Roth decision for IRA plans as easy as possible.
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We arrive at the major debate—no, not Trump vs Biden or which way to hang toilet paper. This one shouldn’t get people all riled up: should you choose a traditional or Roth work retirement plan? This post makes the traditional or Roth decision for employer-sponsored retirement plans as easy as possible.
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After that mess of a 2020 general election, you may want a breather from any sort of US election. Nevertheless, are you aware of the next key elections, even before the next general election in 2024? What about differences between primaries and caucuses, voting differences by state, and the purpose of the Electoral College? If you’re uneasy about any of these topics, this post has you covered.
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Flying right now is a double-edged sword. On one hand, no one wants to get sick—that is, other than those Florida spring breakers who inconceivably couldn’t have cared less. On the other hand, the lack of demand for flying has pushed fares to record-low prices. If you plan to roll the dice and fly during the pandemic, here’s what to know before booking.
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Never, ever, ever drink and drive. A DUI will change your life forever: the $10,000+ price tag attached to a DUI pales in comparison to the irrevocable damage to your career, your reputation and, most importantly, the lives of those driving on roads. But if you’ve been drinking—or are under the influence of drugs—and selfishly get behind the wheel, here’s what to do if you get pulled over.
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When you get behind the wheel, you have certain rights. You have the right to tell the backseat driver to shut his pie hole or get PO’d at the grandma in the fast lane. But this post covers your rights when interacting with police, which can be key to your safety and avoiding self-incrimination.
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