Betterment.com announced today that they will be lowering their fees substantially, across the board, as well as opening IRA investments to all users of the site.
Archives for 2012
When Should You Stop Paying For Your Child’s Expenses?
An estimated 13.4% of adult children ages 24 to 35 are living at home with their parents. When should parents stop paying for their grown children’s expenses?
Dish Network Raised My Rates Again: Lawsuits, Price Hikes And Why We’ll Be Cancelling Satellite As Soon As Our Contract Expires
We signed up for Dish Network Just over a year ago, only to see an immediate price increase. Now dish is facing a class action lawsuit for that same price increase.
Payroll Tax Cut Extended Through The End Of 2012
Congress has passed and Obama will sign an extension of the payroll tax cut through the end of the 2012 tax year. Here is what it means for you.
What Is A Good Credit Score?
Do you know what a good credit score is? How do you know if you’ll get the best rates on your next home or auto loan? How much of an effect can a good credit score have?
Manilla Review: Get Your Accounts, Statements And Bills All In One Place With Manilla.com
Manilla is a site that helps you to keep track of all your important financial accounts and services all in one place. Get rid of paper clutter.
Would You Invest A Portion Of Your Emergency Fund?
We currently have a 12 month emergency fund, but have considered investing a portion of that money. Would you consider investing some of your emergency fund?
Ways To Make Extra Money Series: 20 More Income Generating Ideas From Our Readers
Today we look at posts from the past few years that involved creating side income, including posts from our ‘Ways To Make Extra Money’ series.
How To Do A 401(k) Loan: Pros And Cons Of Borrowing From A Retirement Plan
The 401(k) often has an option where you can take out a loan and pay yourself interest. There are risks to be aware of, however, when taking out a 401(k) loan.
How I Ended Up With A $5000 Dollar Tax Bill This Year. Oops!
This past week I started getting all of my tax forms. I got my W2 from the company I work for at my day job, 1099s from a variety of companies that I do freelance work for, some miscellaneous tax forms from investments that we have and reporting forms showing how much we’ve donated to […]
Lending Club Returns Continue Upward Trend At 11.44%. Lending Club Passes 500 Million In Loan Originations
Lending club announced that they had passed 500 million in loan originations since their inception. My returns also continued to go up, increasing to 11.44%
Why You May Want To Get A Life Insurance Policy Even If You Don’t Have Kids
There are reasons you may want to consider a life insurance policy even if you don’t have kids. Here are a few of them.
Cutting The Cord And Getting Your TV On The Cheap (Without Using The Big Bad Cable And Satellite Companies)
Cable and satellite TV bills continue to rise. It’s time to cut the cord, and find cheaper video content options. Here’s how we do it.
How To File Your Federal Taxes For Free Using Free E-File Programs
Filing your taxes doesn’t have to be a pain. There are several places that will allow you to do it for free if you meet certain guidelines.
