Category Archives: Savings and Investing
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding offers a convenient and effective platform for raising money, whether for a medical emergency or launching a new business. What are the best ways to stand out when using crowdfunding options and how can potential donors determine which causes … Continue reading
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Long-Term Investment
Planning for retirement doesn’t sound like much fun when you’re still in school but getting started as soon as possible can make a big difference because the banking bonanza known as compound interest. Jenna Suchyta walks us through the wide … Continue reading
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The Cost of Home Ownership: Major Expenses Beyond the Mortgage
For most new homeowners the big financial concern is being able to meet the monthly mortgage payment. However, there are many other large, recurring costs that must be considered before signing all those papers. Eli Baker explains.
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Is Your College Degree Worth the Cost?
With the cost of higher education soaring, Radio America’s Julia Arciga explores whether the benefits of college outweigh the massive price tag. She also examines how much debt is worth taking on to get that diploma.
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The Secrets to Successful Savings
When you start earning a paycheck, many options seem more attractive than saving that money to build for your future. Radio America’s Julia Arciga explains why saving is crucial and the smartest ways to go about it. Continue reading
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Safety Net or Mirage: What Will Social Security Look Like When Millennials Retire?
With our nation swimming in debt and Social Security losing money as well, Ryan Brown gets a glimpse of what benefits will await young adults in their golden years. Continue reading
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Saving Your Future
Americans are really bad at saving their money and have little idea how much they’ll need to retire. Bethany Riccardi finds out how young adults can get off to a financially responsible start.
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