Money Basics

So what are money basics? These are financial topics that you may have learned prior and need a refresher or fundamental topics that are more broad. In this section, you'll find the some of the basic money concepts that will help you grow your knowledge and help you build a solid starting financial foundation.

Latest Money Basics Articles:

How You Can Still Get Loans With Bad Credit [Some Tips & Your Best Options]

If you have bad credit and find yourself in a pinch, you might think that you can’t get a loan….
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How Many Bank Accounts Should You Have? [The Simple Guide]

As you build your emergency fund and savings, a question you might ask yourself is, “How many bank accounts should…
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What Are Your Typical Monthly Living Expenses? [And How to Manage Them]

An unfortunate part of normal life is having and managing monthly living expenses. Long gone are the days of a…
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How to Calculate the Cost of Living [And Stay Within Your Budget]

While money can buy you “stuff” and experiences, it’s also a necessity to be able to live in today’s world. …
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What Are Alternative Investments? [The Simple Investor Guide]

As you begin growing your net worth and investing money, you might be wondering how to diversify beyond the stock…
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The Best Places to Cash Personal Checks Without A Bank Account

When you have a check and a bank account, cashing a personal check is super simple. You can either go…
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