Identity theft is a money issue that just didn’t exist 50 years ago and the holiday season always sees an upswing in online shopping. Unfortunately, all of the online shopping and increased use of credit cards leads to a rise…
It is human nature that as we get older, and hopefully wiser, we can look back and pinpoint things we could have done better. The same holds true for when we look at our finances. As painful as the process…
Taking trips down memory lane can be fun, but this one, where we look at what $1 could buy you in the year you were born, will bum you out about the sad power of inflation. The team at GoBankingRates recently…
Imagine turning a losing lottery ticket into a six-figure payday. Picture this: You walk into your favorite gas station or convenience store and buy a scratch-off lotto ticket with a cold drink and a snack. You play the game and…
Summer is around the corner, which means it’s prime time for backyard cookouts, family vacations, and leisurely activities of all varieties. It also means Mother’s Day and Father’s Day – joyous celebrations that allow us to express heartfelt gratitude to…
The vast majority of people struggle with managing their personal finances. Part of that difficulty is due to lack of understanding and education, but it is also difficult due to the abundance of financial options available. Paralysis by analysis is…
Sometimes lady luck can strike in the most ordinary places. According to the California Lottory, one formerly homeless California woman lucked into a life-changing fortune during a routine oil change. …
Winning the lottery is often attributed to pure luck, and while that may be true, one California man’s unusual method for playing scratch-off games certainly didn’t hurt his chances. There…
When it comes to saving money, there are plenty of easy methods, a number of effective rules-based systems, some great apps that automate the process, and there are even smart…
At least once a week, we here at Wealth Gang share a story or tips about simple ways to put away money and get your savings in order. Whether the…
Charlie Munger, the Vice Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and one of the most successful investors of our time, has compared building wealth to rolling a snowball. Yes, a snowball! Munger…
People love simple. Humans crave ease, especially when it comes to managing money. The last thing a person needs is another app, website, or account to check. But does our…
There are many ways to find money to pay off bills. If you need to borrow cash to make ends meet, you’ll probably consider taking out a loan, but that…
In the world of personal finance, there are more campy proverbs and investment witticisms than anyone could possibly process in a lifetime. Some are steeped in data, while others sound…
For people with children, a 529 College Savings Plan is a great, tax-advantaged way to get an early start on saving for your child’s education. But what if you save…
Whether the goal is to get in shape or get your finances in order, developing habits is the key to success. When it comes to managing money, having sound financial…
When you dream about financial comfort what do you see for yourself? Millions? Tens of millions? Billions!?! Well, according to a recent Modern Wealth Survey from Schwab, Americans need a…