Category: Finance

In today’s digital age, technology has revolutionized the way we interact with sports. From live streaming to fantasy leagues, fans now have more opportunities than ever to engage with their favorite teams and athletes. One exciting development in this realm is the emergence of sports chatbots, intelligent virtual assistants designed to enhance fan engagement. By […]

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Anyone who donates their time, effort or finances towards an effort they believe in can be considered a philanthropist; however, family charities tend to be more structured than individual efforts. Context-sensitive philanthropy can bring economic and social goals closer together. One example is Cisco Systems’ network administrator training program which addresses local talent shortage while […]

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Financial advice can often contain misguided and disingenuous advice, so it is critical that individuals differentiate fact from fiction when making financial decisions. Misconceptions and myths regarding saving, investing and money management can stymie wealth creation if we let them. Let’s examine some common financial misconceptions to debunk them. 1. It’s not worth saving if […]

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Life can be unpredictable and your retirement plan may experience setbacks along the way. To make up lost ground, adapting your lifestyle or working longer may help make up any shortfalls in savings. Assuming you haven’t already, continue making the maximum contributions to your 401(k) and IRA (and take advantage of federally approved catch-up contributions […]

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People’s financial beliefs and attitudes are formed from both nature and nurture, such as a person’s upbringing and family values. A recent study revealed that personality traits can influence how you save and spend money. People who shared certain personality traits were significantly more likely to save than those without these characteristics. Saver The psychology […]

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The impact of rising healthcare costs on retirement savings is often disregarded, yet it should be one of your key considerations when planning for your golden years. Medicare covers some medical expenses, but retirees must budget for deductibles, premiums and other out-of-pocket costs. They may need to purchase supplemental coverage such as long-term care insurance […]

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If you’re having difficulty making ends meet, it may be worth exploring negotiating lower interest rates on your loans. Doing so can reduce monthly payments and ultimately save you money in the long run. Typically, smaller lenders and credit unions are more willing to negotiate on rates than larger banks and other financial institutions because […]

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Are you searching for ways to generate extra income? Starting an Etsy shop could be the ideal solution. It’s relatively straightforward to set up and doesn’t need much overhead. The initial step in starting a business is selecting an industry. Make sure to select something you are passionate about and that sells well. 1. Decide […]

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Sustainability and socially responsible investing is becoming more widely popular, as evidenced by Morgan Stanley’s survey which revealed 85% of individual investors are interested in it. Sustainable investing emphasizes a company’s social and environmental performance. It offers an alternative solution to traditional investment strategies, providing potential solutions for complex issues like climate change. The Millennial […]

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Alternative investments have become more accessible to pension funds, family offices and everyone in between due to their low correlation to stock market performance and potential higher rates of return. Tax advantages not available with traditional investments may also apply to crowdfunding campaigns. Unfortunately, they tend to be less liquid and regulated than stocks and […]

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