Even for the most experienced of us, financial management can be a tedious and daunting task. It is, however, even more challenging for the younger generation. It is easy for recent graduates who only now started their first job to feel somewhat overwhelmed by all the newfound financial responsibilities that come with their first paycheck. But managing your finances does not need to be that difficult. There is no fancy degree or special qualification required to manage your own money. In fact, with a few simple tips and tricks, you can easily become your own accountant. Take Control of Your…
Author: Tina Roth
We all make plans before a year starts. Very few of us, however, can stick to those plans through the whole year. Experts believe a planner can realize his financial plans if the plans are realistic. Financial plans What plans have you made for a mortgage? Or have you made any plan at all? If you haven’t, then make plans today because 2016 has started its journey already, and you don’t have much time. Needless to say, the plans need to be realistic and achievable. In this article, I’ll lay out a complete picture of the mortgage segment, so you…
The changing workplace scenario is nothing new. Every year the workplace scenario changes from its previous stance to a newer and a better environment. As the industry experts have predicted, the year 2016 is the year of talents. Thanks to the technology, people are now finding work with more ease and convenience. With that in mind, organizations will have to take a different approach when it comes to managing the human resources. The global economy has improved and the competition is high again. But, this time it’s not the job-seekers alone who have to fight, the organizations too have to…
As one enters college life or is enrolled in a post-graduate degree, managing one’s finances is one of the core responsibilities which need to be looked after. You need to pre-plan for the changes and the twists and turns that are going to take place in your life and be prepared for everything that life throws at you. Your decisions will be strengthened by a sound financial plan and you will be able to pursue and further both your academic and career goals. Walking on a clear career path is also a highly likely way of raising up money to…
Student loans assist learners who want to go to college but have no means to do so. With this financial grant, they are able to pay for their college tuition, books, and others with low interest rate and longer payment schedule. Getting this type of loan is easier. Here are a few steps: Choose federal loans than private loans. Given the chance, you must opt for loans offered by the government. Submit a duly accomplished Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The Office of Federal Aid will assist you in finding federal loans and grants, as well as work-study programs…
Many people have credit cards and take out loans and sued correctly, these forms of credit can help you to bridge a gap before payday or to get a good deal with instant finance that you later pay off in full. However, because credit can sometimes be so easy to get hold of, especially by loan sharks and irresponsible lenders who charge high interest fees, many people find it difficult to get a hold of their debt situation and subsequently suffer stress, anxiety and depression as a result. So, when does a spending habit become too much? According to the…
If you are just starting your binary options trading journey then you would be forgiven for thinking that they were purely a short term venture due to its risky nature. However, binary options can form part of an effective, long term, diversified investment strategy. Investors that are able to ameliorate risk and mitigate factors through extensive knowledge and experience can begin to trade effectively long term in a range of binary markets. Binary options are inherently risky but trading long term often serves better returns. If you are committed to binary trading and plan for the long haul then you…
After years of court-battle, JPMorgan & Chase finally agreed to pay $1.42 billion to settle the claims made by Lehman Brothers. The latter’s allegation was that JPMorgan, being its clearing bank held back critical funds during the perilous events, which led to its bankruptcy. In this article, we’ll first have a recap of the beginning of Lehman Brother’s end, then have flashbacks of the legal tussle between the two, and finally share identify the real culprit behind the collapse of Lehman Brothers. The housing bubble Let’s start from the beginning. It was 2003 when Lehman Brothers forayed into the mortgage…
If you plan on getting married someday or are engaged to be married, you will have a talk with your future spouse about merging or combining finances at some point. If you’re already married, hopefully you’ve already had some discussions about money. I’m going to share with you how my family handles finances and share with you some of the things we talk about to reduce conflict about money. There isn’t one right way to do it. Different things work for different people. My wife and I have been married for just under 4 years now. While we aren’t exactly…
Do you have money problems? If you are like many people, I am sure you do. Statistics tell us that around 70% of people are living paycheck to paycheck. I also know that this is quite possible because I used to have money problems too. But the good news is that I did not stay there. I have even better news: you don’t have to keep your money problems. You can trade your money problems for a money plan. In order to complete that exchange, you need to understand where you are today, gain new knowledge, and execute a new…