Best Way to Invest in Commodities
When you think of investing what typically comes to mind? Stocks. Bonds. What about commodities? A commodity is a raw material or a primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold. Commodities can also be used as a significant way to diversify your portfolio...
Video Analysis: “The 10 Rules of Making Money”
As a finance student and about-to-be college graduate, money is frequently on my mind. It’s a daily consideration, as well as a passionate interest of mine, so I’m always in search of a reliable source to expand my repertoire of finance knowledge. One of the YouTubers...
Investing Advice for Millennials
Sometimes, older generates try to differentiate themselves from millennials (or young adults- call them what you will) because of the stigma of irresponsibility that is associated with the millennial generation. This is especially true in regards to managing one’s...
The Best Cities Around the World for a Finance Career
New York: The New York Financial District, otherwise known as FiDi, contains the largest stock exchange in the world, the New York Stock Exchange, as well as the New York Mercantile Exchange, NASDAQ, and the New York Board of Trade. The business district’s proximity...
Tips for Eliminating Financial Stress
In a survey by Northwestern Mutual, 85% of Americans admitted to feeling stress about their finances. And financial stress is only getting worse: 36% of these said that their levels of financial stress have increased over the past three years. Long-term stress can lead to unhappiness, weight gain, and health issues, the latter of which can paradoxically put even more strain on your finances. Here’s what you can do to deal with the financial stress in your life.
The Best Podcasts for the Novice Investor
Investing in stocks is an excellent way to start building wealth and, when chosen wisely, can be a great return on investment. If you’re a young adult reading this, it’s not too early to start directing some of your income into stocks and reap the benefits over...
The Biggest Financial Mistakes Young Adults Make
If you’re a young adult new to the workforce and investing, then you’re not expected to be a financial expert. You may be on your own for the first time and managing your own wealth is new to you. As such, it’s natural and human to make some mistakes along the way....
Best Vacation Credit Cards
No matter where your travel plans may take you this summer, there is likely a credit card with benefits that will make your vacation a little less expensive and even allow you to earn some rewards toward your next adventure. From airline miles to Disney Resort...
How to Get the Best Deal on a New Car
For some, purchasing a new car is an exciting experience filled with brand new options aplenty and very little concern about finances. For the majority of Americans, however, that is not quite the case -- especially if they do not boast an excellent credit score....
When Ecommerce and Social Media Collide
Ecommerce and social media. If you’re someone who spends a significant portion of your day online, then you’re probably familiar with both. They’re completely separate entities- you use one to interact with family and friends and the other to make online purchase….or...