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What is a Brokerage? - Brokerages exist to allow individuals to make investments into the larger market. In other words, they connect individuals to the markets as a whole Read More...
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Spending Plan - A Spending Plan is a plan of what you will spend each month, and includes fixed and variable spending. They are used similarly to a budget, but many find them to be more flexible Read More...
Consumerism – Rights and Responsibilities - Consumers, aka every individual who participates in the economy, have a rights and responsibilities. Depending on your state and the transaction, you might have a wide range of rights or very few. Believe it or… Read More...
When to Hire a Tax Professional - Most young people are perfectly capable filing their own taxes, such as filing the Form 1040. As personal finances grow and become more complex, knowing when to ask for help can get tricky. Read More...
Student Loans - What is a Student Loan? A student loan is exactly what it sounds like – a loan given to students to finance their studies. This is most common for college or university students, but also… Read More...