These are some of the best books about money for kids. They’ll help your children learn the finance basics to become adults unburdened by debt. Your child will spend over 6 years of their lives in school from K-12, yet personal finance isn’t taught during it at most schools. They’re taught what they need to … Read more
No matter where you are in life, you’ll have questions about your money; it’s an important factor in the world. Not having the answers to these questions can cause undue stress. In fact, a 2022 survey by Bankrate and Psych Central found that 42% of adults had negative impacts on their mental health due to … Read more
One of the first things I do when looking for a new job is to calculate the yearly salary that I would make. I also will want to know what that translates to monthly and after-taxes to figure out if that’s a livable wage. If that’s something important to you as well, here is how … Read more
When you start a new job, the most pressing details often revolve around the money. Questions like how much you’ll earn, opportunities for bonuses, and, equally important, how frequently you’ll be paid. The answer to that last question hinges on a seemingly simple yet crucial aspect: How many pay periods are in a year? Pay … Read more
For the past several months, we’ve been traveling around Japan and having a grand old time. This country is such a beautiful place with so many things to do that it’s hard to get bored. Tokyo is the most popular city, but there are numerous unique places to visit in Tokyo and outside of it … Read more
Why is it that money destroys families? They say money is the root of all evil. But is it really the root, or a fertilizer that allows the evil to grow and spread? These are just my thoughts on the subject. Too many times, I’ve seen and heard stories of money ruining relationships. I feel … Read more