Ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle reasoned that the primary purpose of money was as a medium of exchange for goods and services. Those of us living in the 21st century know that money serves many more functions, including the ability to earn more money on savings and other types of interest-bearing accounts. With a bit of… Continue reading How Can You Earn the Most Interest on Your Money?

There are likely as many strategies for saving money as grains of sand on a Florida beach. However, some strategies may be more practical and easier to implement. Putting money into a certificate of deposit (CD) falls into this category, especially when you have additional liquidity that you don’t need to tap into immediately. Five-figure… Continue reading How Much Interest Does a CD Earn in a Year?

If you find yourself scrambling to complete your tax return in the final few weeks of the tax season, you’re not alone – millions of Americans wait until the last minute to complete their returns, the Internal Revenue Service reports. There are many reasons why it’s a good idea to complete your tax return early.… Continue reading Filing Taxes Last Minute? What You Need to Know

Running out of money is about as much fun as getting a flat tire on a busy freeway. If you’ve ever wished your bimonthly payday could come a bit earlier because you are in dire need of money, you might be in luck if your financial institution offers early direct deposit. In this guide, we’ll… Continue reading How to Get Your Paycheck Early: 20 Banks That Offer Early Direct Deposit

There’s an adage that marriage is like a bank account: What you put in is what you get out, and you could lose interest over time. Flipping that script, your relationship with your bank is also a bit like a marriage. Your bank should be a trusted partner concerned about your financial well-being. If this… Continue reading Is It Time to Change Banks? Signs and Steps for a Smooth Transition