Comparing Airline Travel Fast Passes
When traveling by air, there are several options to speed up your security check-in process…
Comparing Airline Travel Fast Passes
When traveling by air, there are several options to speed up your security check-in process and it can be confusing. The three main types are TSA Pre-Check, Global Entry and Clear. They each have their own benefits, application process and costs. Which one is best for you depends on your budget and travel plans. Here’s…
Comparing College, Trade School and Online Bootcamp
Higher Education is certainly an investment in your future. The goal is to be able to better improve your career and future pay. Today, there are many alternatives to traditional college or university, some of which are more affordable and can provide a greater “return” on your tuition dollars. Think of it like this: how…
Why Is Trader Joe’s So Cheap and Popular?
Trader Joe’s is one of the most popular and unique food stores around. Many people love shopping there not only for their high quality and interesting products, but because their prices are so great. They do things differently compared to most traditional grocery stores. This translates into sales: it is estimated that they make over…
Generic vs. Brand Name: Which Is Better?
In these tough times of rising prices, we need to find ways to save money. One popular method is to buy generic products (also known as store brands) instead of brand name products. Generic brands are now available in almost every retail store and are available for all sorts of products, including food, beverages, cleaning…
How Do Content Creators Make Money?
What is a “content creator”? It’s someone who makes and distributes digital content and earns revenue from their efforts. It’s a growing economy, especially among young people. According to a HubSpot survey, around 200 million people consider themselves creators and 66% of creators consider it a side hustle, rather than a full time job. Here…
7 Celebrities That Have Proven The Value Of Having A Personal Brand
Sometimes celebrities get a bad rap. People often think of them as not so smart and just being famous. Some even manage to lose their fortunes or get ripped off by managers or others in their circle. However, for some celebs, they leverage their “personal brand” into multi-million and billion dollar businesses. Selling products that…
What’s Happening With The U.S. Economy?
The United States economy has been volatile recently due to the COVID-19 pandemic and political turmoil. These factors have affected the growth of the country. Recently, there have been signs of a recovery, but the economy still faces many challenges, and some predict a coming recession. A big issue that has slowed growth of the…
The Relationship Between Personal Finance and Spirituality
While personal finance and financial management involves numbers and facts, there is still a “human” factor. Spirituality can have an impact on your personal finance decisions and there are many relationships between your personal beliefs and managing your finances. It is often complex and multi-layered. While it may initially seem like there isn’t an immediate…
The Ethics of Investing
There are many ethical considerations when it comes to investing. While the primary goal of investing is typically to make a return on money, investors should also consider social and environmental effects of their investments. There are some concepts and frameworks that can help guide ethically responsible investing. 💡 Fun Facts… 1) Over $30 trillion…
Pros and Cons of Buying vs Renting a House
Buying a home is a huge commitment no matter what size house you buy. There’s mortgage payments, property taxes, homeowners insurance and lots of maintenance. But buying can give you a place to plant your family tree and provide that sense of roots that renting may not. There are many pros to owning a home,…