There’s no way around it — managing your personal finances is stressful. From 401Ks and Roth IRAs to credit reports and investment portfolios, there is a lot of information out there — none of it easily digestible. These seven apps make everything from budgeting to tracking spending to investing manageable, no matter what your knowledge […]
A growing number of people are concerned with the U.S. stock market, especially after the Dow Jones fell more than 8 percent in late August. It was alarming to see the index tumble thousands of points in a matter of days; but it does not mean that investing in stocks is a bad idea. The […]
Many of us will be looking to score amazing deals this Black Friday or Cyber Monday. But, every time you load up your online shopping cart or head to a big-box store a few towns away, there’s a hidden cost for your own neighborhood. When people don’t shop locally, small businesses feel the strain and […]
Discussing money management with your partner isn’t known for igniting romantic passion. But, according to many therapists, communicating effectively about money is actually one of the keys to a healthy relationship, and one far more romantic than the alternative. “When couples can talk in a healthy way about money, it lays the groundwork for romance,” […]
There are more than 1 million public charities in America today and people donated more than $358 billion to them in 2014, about 2 percent of the GDP, according to Charity Navigator. There are several ways that donors can do research to make sure that the money they give is being used efficiently and effectively […]
Millennials are increasingly comfortable putting all aspects of our lives online and on our mobile phones. Many of my friends don’t think twice about hooking up credit cards and bank accounts to virtual payment apps that make life easier. Peer-to-peer payment apps allow you to send money to friends and split bills with a simple […]
Would you like to make more money in the stock market? (We think we know your answer.) If you think that means you have to have an MBA or step way outside of your comfort zone, think again. Author LouAnn Lofton says that qualities like patience, prudence and a realistic outlook—traits women tend to exhibit […]
North Shore therapist Pam Meyerson works with dozens of couples every week, and she says money frequently comes up in sessions.
Money is about the end of a marriage, but it’s also about finances.
Tough times are still having an impact on people everywhere, but the focus of our thinking needs to shift to change our fortunes.
