Savings

Tens of millions of private-sector workers lack access to a retirement savings plan through their employer, which experts at the AARP Public Policy Institute warn could pose a significant burden to future taxpayers. The institute estimates that 57 million private sector workers in the U.S. – about half of the…

‘Tis the season to gather and give thanks without breaking the bank.  High grocery prices and travel expenses may threaten to put a dent in this year’s holiday fun, but a full stomach doesn’t have to mean an empty wallet. Thanksgiving should be about fun, family and festivities, not stressing over…

July is often thought of as a time for home improvement projects, well-deserved vacations and leisurely day trips. In addition to these activities, financial pros say that the mid-year month of July is an ideal opportunity to assess your financial situation so you’re better prepared for the rest of the…

Want to watch your money grow?  A high-yield savings account allows your money to make money, with very little work from you. A high-yield savings account offers a higher interest rate on deposits made than a traditional savings account. Shortly after depositing into a high-yield savings account, you’ll see how much…

Saving money all starts with a tangible goal. So, let’s start with $10,000 in one year.  Saving money is challenging, with pressures to buy, buy, buy all around us, bills to pay and debts to eliminate. If you want to save $10,000 in a single year, it is going to require…

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