Two of the lowest cost (and my favorite) online brokers, Zecco and TradeKing, have officially announced a merger.
I have had a non-retirement account with Zecco and a Traditional IRA and Roth IRA with TradeKing for …
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The motivation to find a financial planner seems to be pretty prevalent in the twenty-something crowd. I’m not quite sure why that is, and frankly, I’m a little bit concerned and irritated by it. It …
How to Save at the Pump and Fund your Retirement
One of the easiest, and most internally satisfying ways to save money is by being environmentally friendly. This is part 1 of a multi-part series entitled …
I bought my second home back in September of 2007, and probably would have been better off waiting until right now. If you are considering buying a home, I don’t think you’re going to see …
Why Should I Budget?
Not keeping track of what’s coming in and what’s going out each month can lead to stress and many sleepless nights (not to mention financial disaster). Creating a personal budget is easier …
Selling For Sale By Owner (FSBO)
Selling your house ‘for sale by owner’ (FSBO) can be done these days, don’t let real estate agents or the media fool you. In fact, if you know what you’re …
The Dave Ramsey Financial Philosophy
I know Dave Ramsey and many financial gurus would crucify me for saying this: ‘keep your credit card’. Key emphasis on the singular. Let me explain. The average American household with …