If you graduated from college with a mountain of debt, student loans are a fact of life. But there are ways to make paying them easier. Find out how. The post What is the Best Plan for Paying Off Student Loans? appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
With the Federal Reserve promising to keep the Fed Funds rate at 0% or close to 0% for years, it’s good to think about potential inflation on the horizon. Specifically, we should learn about investments that can hedge against inflation and also benefit from inflation. If our income and our investment returns are not beating Read More... The post Investments To Hedge Against...
Some credit cards are better than others when it comes to the holidays. Here is our selection of the best credit cards for holiday shopping. The holiday gift-buying season can be a great time to net cash back rewards on purchases you’re already planning to make. So long as you stick to a budget, you’ll come out on top when you choose a...
A bullish indicator gives investors more confidence to buy or hold a position. There are many variables to track when making an investment decision. However, this bullish indicator has been flashing green since 2Q2020 and is still flashing green today. As I was updating my post on helping people decide whether to pay down debt Read More... The post A Favorite Bullish Indicator...
Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) are some of the riskiest yet most rewarding stocks on the market. Learn about IPOs and whether they are worth the risk. The post How to Buy an IPO Stock and Is It Worth the Risk? appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! We’re staying in San Francisco and making a home-cooked meal after some morning tennis. We’ll then do a group video call with my sister in NYC and our parents in Honolulu. Despite a difficult year, there is still so much to be thankful for. We need to all be thankful for the Read More... The post Thankful For Luck: A...
Playing games on your smartphone won’t make you rich but these 6 games and apps let you have fun and earn some extra cash. The post 6 Game and Apps That Pay Real Money appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Mobile home insurance can protect you from a number of financial catastrophes, including theft, natural disaster, and liability for injuries on your property. The post Best Mobile Home Insurance appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Ever since I was young, I’ve been a collector with the little money I had. As an adult, it’s so fun to be able to buy things I couldn’t afford as a kid. Some of my favorite memorabilia include retro-Jordans and He-man figures from the 1980s. I still remember paying a couple bucks in high Read More... The post Otis: A Fun Way...
Having a “fair” credit score may make securing a loan more difficult, but loan options do exist. Here's how to get a loan, even if your credit isn't great. The post Best Personal Loans For Fair Credit appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
With Memorial Day wrapped up, Americans are getting ready to head back to work. For many, the next day to look forward to is Independence Day, which happens to also fall on a Monday this year. A few years ago, when I was working the nine-to-five lifestyle, I used to mark my calendar with all of the holiday day’s off. I realized after...
The decision to pay down debt or invest is a personal one. It depends on a lot of factors such as risk tolerance, your number of income streams, liquidity needs, family expenses, job security, investing acumen, retirement age, inflation forecasts, and bullishness about your future in general. I’ve had hundreds of people ask me whether to Read More... The post Pay Down Debt Or...
Since 2007, the Michelin Guide has awarded The French Laundry their highest rating of three stars. Unless you’re really rich or a politician, you will likely have to wait months to get a reservation at this Yountville, California restaurant in Napa Valley. Deca-millionaire California Governor Gavin Newsom and his wife were spotted having an opulent dinner Read More... The post How Rich Must You...
President-elect Joe Biden proposed numerous changes to the economy during his campaign. Here's how those changes may impact the economy and your finances. The post How a Biden Presidency May Impact the Economy and Your Finances appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
In your retirement years, the last thing you want to do is worry about money. That's why low risk investments are crucial for seniors. The post Safe, Low-Risk Investments For Seniors appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
What banks charge wire transfer fees? How can I avoid wire transfer fees? What are the alternatives to wiring money? The post How to Avoid Wire Transfer Fees appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
There are good times to retire early and then there are bad times to retire early. I’d like to highlight the worst times to retire early to prevent you from living a suboptimal life. As someone who retired in 2012 and mentally un-retired by 2014, I feel it’s my duty to share all the landmines Read More... The post Top 10 Worst Times...
Have to work on Cyber Monday? No worries, if you plan ahead, you could score some smart buys on your lunch break. Here are 11 tips to finding the best Cyber Monday deals. During the holidays, my goal is to have 90% of my shopping done before Thanksgiving day. That way I can spend time with my family and relax instead of worrying...
Faced with large, unexpected expenses? The right credit card can get you through it. Find out which are the best credit cards for emergencies. The post Best Credit Cards for Emergencies appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
What’s the deal with Black Friday? It involves money, and a lot of it. And money impacts stock. So what are the best stocks to buy for Black Friday? Before you make any changes to your portfolio, here’s what you need to know. Another Black Friday is fast coming upon us. While consumers are focused on the hope of deep discounts on major...
Loans are a fact of life, but it's important to get a good interest rate. Read on to find out what kind of rate you can expect. The post What is a Good Interest Rate for a Loan? appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Having honor and pride are good traits. But having honor and pride can also be detrimental to your quest for financial freedom and living a better life. Life is already hard enough. Don’t make it even harder by being so stubborn! I assume that many of you are suffering from burnout just like me. Every Read More... The post Don’t Let Honor And...
There could be changes to your 401k if a bill proposed by the House goes into law. Find out what the bill says and how it could affect you. The post Big Changes May Be Coming to 401ks appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Times are tough. Whether you earn a lot or just get by, watching where your money goes is important. There are lots of ways to watch your spending, investments, and more. But since you probably have a cell phone in your pocket all the time, apps are a great option. Understanding your cash flow is a major part of successfully managing your finances. How...
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“I Am Not This Voice. I Am Not This Narrative.” | People I (Mostly) Admire Ep. 7: Caverly Morgan
8:12 PM She showed up late and confused to her first silent retreat, but Caverly Morgan eventually trained for eight years in silence at a Zen monastery. Now her mindfulness-education program Peace in Schools is part of the high-school curriculum in Portland, Ore. Steve Levitt finds out what daily life is like in a silent monastery, why teens find it easier than adults to learn...
It's more important than ever to get food and groceries delivered right to your door. We've found the best apps for food delivery and much more! The post Best Food Delivery Apps appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
One of my biggest regrets was not buying a multifamily investment property in my late 20s. Instead of taking advantage of multifamily investment opportunities to generate more passive income, I decided to buy a four bedroom, three and a half bathroom single family home instead. The house wasn’t huge at ~2,300 sqft. But it was Read More... The post The Best Multifamily Investment...
Generally, financial gurus recommend that you get 5-20 times your annual income in life insurance coverage. But what if you have no income because you’re a full-time, stay-at-home parent? Or what if you contribute a few hundred bucks a year to the family bank account from your side hustle, while you mostly stay home with the kids? We all know that zero multiplied by...
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This Company Pays California Residents Hundreds Of Dollars A Year To Save Electricity
4:23 AM Are you looking to make extra money and cut back on your electricity use? Here is my OhmConnect review that will help you do just that. I have partnered with OhmConnect and I will be talking about if OhmConnect is legitimate and safe, average OhmConnect earnings, and more. If you live in California, I found a really easy opportunity to save some extra...
The modern world overwhelms us with sounds we didn’t ask for, like car alarms and cell-phone “halfalogues.” What does all this noise cost us in terms of productivity, health, and basic sanity? Listen and subscribe to our podcast at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or elsewhere. Below is a transcript of the episode, edited for readability. For more information on the people and ideas in the episode, see the...