We all remember the 2008 financial crisis and recession, as millions of people lost their jobs, homes, and ways of life. While a lot of factors contributed to this economic disaster, one term can cover nearly all of them: systemic risk. Let's look at what systemic...
Investing can be tricky, even if you’re a celebrity (in fact, maybe even more so when you’re rich and famous). Everybody makes mistakes, but some mistakes are bigger than others. Here, we share four of the worst celebrity investments. CONNECT TO FOUR of the WORST...
Spring is an ideal time to clean up your finances, clear out the clutter, and get a fresh start. Maybe you have more money left over at the end of the month and could use a budget tweak. Perhaps you have too many expenses in automatic, or it’s time to apply the brakes...
Many have experienced this dilemma. Have you just completed your taxes and discovered that you owe way more than you expected? Don't panic. There are several ways to bring that hefty tax bill down. Douglas Marion, Advanced Wealth Strategies, gives us 5 tips that will...
Did you know that April is Financial Literacy Month? Financial Literacy Month is a national campaign designed to bring more financial education to children and adults. Whether you're a financial wiz or just learning the ropes, there are many ways to improve your...
What if the companies you choose to invest in could support your financial goals and help you attempt to make the world a better place? To many, this might sound like a pipe dream or the idealistic wonderings of a new investor. However, "impact investing," or...
March Madness is here, and as many of us know, the season highlight for college basketball fans is often full of upsets, underdogs and blowouts. Like investing, filling out a bracket involves balancing risk, reward and expectations, and winning a pool ultimately...
Podcasts are a great way to learn on the go! Whether you listen to podcasts while working out, doing chores, driving, or just enjoying some downtime, they are a great way to pass the time and learn something new. Countless podcasts break down what's happening in the...
Whether you’ve been a savvy investor your whole career, or you’ve decided now’s the time to buckle down on obtaining additional income, investing in retirement can be a challenging endeavour. As you strategize and weigh your options, there are a few key factors to...
In the final days of 2022, Congress passed a new set of retirement rules designed to make it easier to contribute to retirement plans and access those funds earmarked for retirement. The law is called SECURE 2.0, and it's a follow-up to the Setting Every Community Up...