Category: Money Essentials
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What’s a 401(k) and Why Does It Matter? A Beginner’s Guide for Teen
Planning for retirement may seem like a distant concern for younger people like you and me, however, starting early on planning for your future can help you make all the difference going into your later years. Lucky for you, there are plenty of tools to help map out your retirement, with one of the most…
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Renting vs. Buying a Home: Pros, Cons, and How to Choose the Best Option for You
Fun fact: did you know that about 34% of all Americans don’t actually own their homes? That’s right, that’s because those 34% of Americans are actually renting their home’s from a landlord who owns the home. In this article, we are going to talk about the difference between renting a home and buying a home,…
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Net Worth Explained: How to Calculate It and Why It Matters
Ever wondered how rich you really are? Many people think that the amount you are worth is simply how much money you currently have to spend, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. To find out how much you are really worth, you need to caclulate your net worth, which is the ultimate measurement…
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