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Total Money Makeover Debt Stress Be Gone!
Have you ever woke up surrounded by mountains of bills and debt that you have no idea how you're going to pay? Have you ever looked into your own future and thought there was no way you would ever be out of debt, or buy a home, or live comfortably in your retirement? I had that moment not long ago. My life needs a total money makeover. I am 35, my husband is 37, we have 4 children, ages 15, 13, 5, and 3. We are in debt to the tune of $111,000 with student loans, medical bills, and a car loan making up the vast majority. We, unlike many Americans, have 0 credit card debt so at least that is a good thing! We don't make a ton of money our combined income is just over $42,000 a year. Upon having this realization I felt like getting out of debt will take forever, years and years making minimum payments every month.
By Claudia Sanders7 years ago in Trader
Responsible Ways to Fund Large Purchases in 2019
Many homeowners at some point or another find themselves in a position needing or wanting to make a large purchase. The price tag that comes with large purchases is often painful to think about. However, funding the purchase doesn't necessarily have to cause you undue stress financially. There are many ways to fund large purchases in 2019. Below are some tips consumers can take into consideration when looking for responsible ways to fund large purchases. Following some of these tips could help you spare yourself financial headaches and hardships down the road.
By Kevin Gardner7 years ago in Trader
Financial Solutions for the Seriously Ill
Being seriously ill is physically dangerous and exhausting. Serious illness can also take a massive personal and emotional toll on you and your loved ones. And, unfortunately, it can prove devastating for your personal and family finances. Money should be the last thing that you worry about when your health is at stake, but life is unfair and reality is merciless. Like it or not, you need to be focused on your family’s long-term financial future even as you’re fighting your own health battles in doctor’s offices and hospitals.
By Claire Peters7 years ago in Trader
Financial Reality
Money has always been somewhat of a taboo subject matter in my family. Every time anything was mentioned about finances the topic was quickly changed into something different. I know my family has always struggled financially and growing up I wanted to do anything I could to not follow in the footsteps of being imprisoned by debt. Today, I took a good hard look at my financial situation and reality set in. I have not done a very good job at straying from the harsh realities of being in debt. I could probably blame part of this on ways of the economy and the rising prices, but when it comes down to the nitty gritty all the blame is placed on myself, alone. I am the one that chose to buy a new car and I am the one that decided to go to college.
By Courtney Frazer7 years ago in Trader
Budgeting: The Blue Print to Financial Success
I worked in the financial services from June 2005 until July 2016. 11 years. 11 years of helping my clients achieve their financial goals. During my years working in the financial industry, I worked in affluent markets, mostly with well-to-do customers, but I had clients who were struggling financially as well. The one thing all my successful clients did: They had a monthly budget which they adhered to with strict discipline.
By Kubvoruno Dzimiri7 years ago in Trader
Trading with the Awesome Oscillator Strategy to Maximize Momentum Profits
Millions of Americans—over half the population, in fact—engage in the twists and turns of trading on the stock market. These commodities are a perennial powerhouse in the portfolios of some of the nation’s greatest wealth generators and up-and-comers alike. However, the real sharks in today’s trading world leverage their capital in a number of different markets in order to see the greatest return on investment: That means dealing in forex, among others.
By Casey Chesterfield7 years ago in Trader
How Do Insurance Companies Make Money?
Ah, insurance. There's never been a truer thing that you can't live with or live without. This is especially true when people who can't afford health insurance get hit with a tax penalty that makes them... well, even less able to afford health insurance.
By Trish Gilmore7 years ago in Trader
4 Reasons Day Traders Lose Money
Day trading can be a very lucrative profession. When things go right, day traders can make incredible amounts of money in very short periods of time, far outpacing more casual investors. But day traders can also lose big. In fact, most experts believe that the majority of day traders—perhaps even a supermajority—lose money.
By Claire Peters7 years ago in Trader
Does Rent Decrease with a Recession?
Theoretically, if you're not getting any raises and the cost of necessities like utilities, groceries, and gas are all going up, your rent should go down. If the nation is in a recession and people start tightening their belts on spending, you'd think that landlords might take pity and charge a little less to offset that change.
By Trish Gilmore7 years ago in Trader
How to Get Your Finances in Order
According to a NerdWallet survey, 64 percent of Americans currently have credit card debt or have faced debt in the past. Although facing your finances head-on might seem like a stressful task, it can be made easier with organization. A lack of organization can actually harm your finances more than being short on cash because simple things like losing track of bills can lead to late fees, and not keeping track of your checking account can cause overdraft fees. With that in mind, here are some tips for getting your finances in order and staying organized.
By Claire Peters7 years ago in Trader
