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:


Fractional Share Investing

What Are Fractional Shares? [Investing in Stock Slices]

When you begin investing your money, you will quickly realize that some funds and stocks cost quite a bit of money. I’m talking a few…
Income Types

Different Types of Income [Three Common Ones To Master]

As you get older, you start to realize that there are different types of income. In fact, those various types are what helps you live…
Money Transfer

11 Best Money Sending Apps [Transfer Your Money Fast]

Over the last few years, sending and receiving money has become much easier. Previously, you would need the exact cash on hand, have to write…
Voiding Check

What Is A Voided Check? Everything You Need to Know

While owning a checkbook and writing checks to many people might seem a bit outdated, there are still plenty who prefer this method.  And although…
Making a Will – 10 Little-Known Facts You Need to Know

Making a Will – 10 Little-Known Facts You Need to Know

Making a will is not the most exciting topic, and it forces you to face your mortality. But whether there’s a pandemic or not, it’s…
Bank Account

How to Close A Bank Account: The Easy Steps You Can Take

During your lifetime, you may want to close a bank account that you currently have.  And there are numerous reasons why one might want to…
Money Order Near Me

7 Best Places to Get A Money Order [Find Money Orders Near Me]

Although I like to write and share about higher-level areas of personal finances, sometimes we still have to cover the very basics too. And one…
Bad Credit

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. While it is more challenging…
Multiple Bank Accounts

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 I have?” However, for most…
Manage Monthly Expenses

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 carefree childhood and not worrying…
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