Personal Finance

  • average net worth by age

    This Is The Average Net Worth Of People Your Age, According To The Latest Data

    What needs to be taken into consideration with the Average Net Worth By Age data in America is that this data factors in individuals with the highest net worths.

    Society should embrace keeping up with the Joneses, but from a net worth standpoint instead of just trying to own a meaningless material possessions. After all, that new set of golf clubs or that new $2,000 purse, while nice, isn’t…

  • states with most identity theft

    These 10 States Are The Most Vulnerable To Online Identity Theft – Are You At Risk?

    Here's a breakdown of the states with the most identity theft and how to prevent your information from being stolen.

    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…

  • biggest money mistakes to avoid

    The Most Important Money Lessons People Over 50 Learned In Their 20s And 30s

    Recently, people 50+ shared the biggest money mistakes they made in their 20s and 30s. Time to learn from history before you repeat it!

    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…

  • what one dollar can buy

    How Much $1 Could Buy During The Year You Were Born Shows The Power Of Inflation

    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.

    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…

  • Used scratch off lottery tickets

    Michigan Man Wins $100,000 Prize On A Losing Lotto Ticket

    A Michigan man wins $100,000 on what appeared to be a losing lotto ticket! Read the surprising story of how a second-chance drawing turned his luck around.

    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…

  • Adult son giving present to Mom on Mother's Day

    How Much Money Will Americans Spend On Mother’s Day And Father’s Day Gifts?

    Discover how much money Americans are projected to spend on Mother's Day and Father's Day gifts, and explore the trends behind holiday spending habits.

    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…