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:
The NFL and IOU: 10 Debt Lessons You Can Learn from Football Players
My years in the NFL taught me almost as much about staying out of debt as my subsequent career as president of Debt.com. So let’s…
How Much Is PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance)? What You Need to Know
If you are looking to buy a home but are putting in less than a 20% down payment, you’ll likely be paying PMI or Private…
Here Are 8 Key Questions to Ask When Buying a House
My college professor once said you know when you’re an adult when you have a mortgage. His comment couldn’t be farther from the truth. Although,…
How To Get Out of Debt Fast: 10+ Tips You Need To Know Now
There are many reasons why people get into debt. Many don’t know how to get out of it, but this article will show you what…
APR vs. Interest Rate: Understanding the Difference can Save You Money
APR vs. Interest Rate: What’s the difference? Is it important to know? How do lenders calculate both? Which one should I use? These are all…
The Basic Money Skills You Must Try to Master Before Turning 30
Looking for the essential money skills you should master? Here are the best finance skills that will greatly improve your money management.
Bullish Vs. Bearish: Your Guide to Bull And Bear Markets
Bullish vs. Bearish overview. Learn the difference between these states of the stock market and how can you make money during either.
Can I Work and Collect Social Security in 2021
Around 64% of Americans have not saved enough for retirement, and about half of those individuals may have nothing set aside when they reach retirement…
Credit Sesame vs. Credit Karma – Which is The Better Option?
For this post, I signed up to compare Credit Sesame vs. Credit Karma to see which was more beneficial and whether one was a waste of my time.
The Types of Retirement Accounts [Which Is Best For You?]
There are many different types of retirement accounts that you should understand so you can make the right financial choice for your future.