If you ever find yourself in a situation where you are unsure about an investment, to minimize regret, I suggest you go halfsies. Halfsies is when you either buy or sell half your normal amount. When $520,000 worth of equity structured notes matured, I faced the challenge of figuring out how to reinvest the proceeds. Read More... The post Unsure About An Investment...
Thinking about investing for your child? Acorns Early provides an affordable and effective way to save for your child's future.Thinking about investing for your child? Acorns Early provides an affordable and effective way to save for your child's future. The post Opening Your Child’s First Investment Account with Acorns Early appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Investments can be very risky depending on the type of investment. Here we look at various investments and their tolerance for risk.Investments can be very risky depending on the type of investment. Here we look at various investments and their tolerance for risk. The post How to Know If an Investment Is Too Risky appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress...
The right asset-to-liability ratio is important if you want to retire comfortably. If your ratio is too low, you may stress too much about your finances. If your ratio is too high, you might not be taking enough advantage of cheap debt to get richer. As interest rates decline and stay close to zero, the Read More... The post The Right Asset-To-Liability Ratio...
The more money you have, the more you can do what you want. The more power you have, the more you can do what you want as well. Perhaps ideally, you have so much money and power that you’re able to consistently be above the law. Here at Financial Samurai, we’re able to help readers Read More... The post How To Befriend Politicians...
The executor of a will is responsible for settling the financial affairs of the deceased, dividing and distributing the assets, and paying taxes.The executor of a will is responsible for settling the financial affairs of the deceased, dividing and distributing the assets, and paying taxes. The post What Does the Executor of a Will Do? appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance...
The path to financial freedom is attainable if you follow a few simple steps and keep track of your finances. Here's what to do to retire early.The path to financial freedom is attainable if you follow a few simple steps and keep track of your finances. Here's what to do to retire early. The post 8 Steps to Retire Early That You Can...
The Met Gala is an annual fundraiser for the benefit of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute of New York City. If you want to attend, a ticket costs $35,000 and a table costs between $200,000 – $300,000. However, even if you have the money, you might not be able to go. Anna Wintour, Read More... The post How Rich Do You...
Should you opt for a traditional mortgage that orginates at your local bank, or an online lender? It mostly comes down to personal preference.Should you opt for a traditional mortgage that orginates at your local bank, or an online lender? It mostly comes down to personal preference. The post Online vs. Traditional Mortgage Lenders appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress...
Ever since 2012, I’ve invested in equity structured notes to provide for some downside protection. Structured notes have sometimes gotten a bad reputation because they may be complex and expensive. However, let me share a structured note that just exited as a case study. You can then tell me how bad it really is. In Read More... The post Not All Structured Notes...
Modern careers come with many twists and turns. The idea of holding one job for life is long gone. Now, changing roles, companies, and even professional fields is par for the course. In this ever-shifting work environment, it can feel impossible to lay down a career plan. After all, who knows what might be around […]Thinking about a career change? Here's how to...
I’m bullish on single-family homes due to rising rents, rising home prices, and declining vacancies. I would buy more single-family homes, however, I’m tapped out because I just bought my third single-family home in 2020. Further, with two young kids, I’m at my energy limit in terms of being a landlord. Therefore, let’s look at Read More... The post Invest In The Single-Family...
Stock picking services are a great way to add value to your portfolio. We review some of the top stock picking services here.Stock picking services are a great way to add value to your portfolio. We review some of the top stock picking services here. The post Best Stock Picking Service appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Online banking has become a standard part of everyday life. But what are the pros and cons of the major online banks: Capital One, Discover, and Chase?Online banking has become a standard part of everyday life. But what are the pros and cons of the major online banks: Capital One, Discover, and Chase? The post Capital One Bank vs. Discover vs. Chase Online...
What goes through your mind when you hear an ambulance siren? Until last year I used to think help is on the way! Now, the first thoughts that pop in my head are surprise bills and how broken the EMS system is in the US. Why? My perspective on ambulances changed completely when I had Read More... The post A Broken EMS System...
Should you take out life insurance on your former spouse? Navigating divorce can be hard enough, that's why we're walking you through your options.Should you take out life insurance on your former spouse? Navigating divorce can be hard enough, that's why we're walking you through your options. The post Life Insurance Policies and Divorce: What You Need to Know appeared first on The...
Mortgages without any down payment at all seem like the perfect solution for those who qualify, but there are pros and cons to a $0 down payment. The post How to Buy a House with No Money Down appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Ever since the college admissions bribery scandal in 2019, I’ve been patiently waiting for society to start viewing public schools in a higher light. I postulated that some public schools will eventually be viewed as more prestigious than many private schools since it’s harder to bribe your way in. According to the FBI, the universities Read More... The post Why More Public Schools...
Gig workers need to plan for retirement without the benefit of employer sponsered savings plans. Take these steps to prepare for retirement as a gig worker. The post How to Plan for Retirement as a Gig Worker appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Given our primary residence is likely one of our largest assets, buying responsibly is prudent. At the same time, living a better lifestyle by owning a nicer home is also something many people desire. Therefore, let’s try and figure out the target primary residence value as a percentage of net worth. I’ve got a certain Read More... The post Primary Residence Value As...
Working remotely abroad is doable these days with reliable banking and investing accounts. Here we delve deeper into the options. The post Working Remotely? Manage Your Finances While Abroad appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
What is a balance sheet and how do you read one? What can it tell you about a company's fiscal health? We take a deep dive into everything you need to know. The post How to Read a Balance Sheet for Investing appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Which pandemic-proof industries performed well despite the 2020 recession? Job seekers and investors should check out this list. The post The Best Pandemic-Proof Industries For Investors and Job Seekers appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
More neobanks are popping up every day. Here, we go over the features and fees of the top neobanks so you can choose the best one for you. The post Best Neobanks for 2021 appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
When you’re working, one of the most common questions to ask new people you meet is what they do. Before the Global Financial Crisis in 2008, I happily said I worked in banking. A big part of my identity was where I worked for 60+ hours a week. After leaving finance in 2012, I noticed Read More... The post Ask People What They...
Some card issuers offer cards specifically to help people rebuild their credit. We found the best credit cards for those with damaged credit. The post The 6 Best Credit Cards for Damaged Credit appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Life insurance can be affordable and for many people, it may be necessary. Here's where you can find cheap life insurance. The post Cheap Life Insurance appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Liquid courage is sometimes needed to talk to a person you fancy. The more alcohol you drink, the more your inhibitions tend to go away. In the finance world, liquid courage is also what’s needed to make risky investments or investments during risky times. The more cash you have, the more liquid you are and Read More... The post Liquid Courage: The Biggest...
Today’s guest post is from Jim at Route To Retire, an early retiree. His family of three decided to leverage international geoarbitrage to start a brand new life in Panama. Jim is living a life that I eventually want to try once both our kids are old enough to remember their adventures (5+). If you’ve Read More... The post Leverage International Geoarbitrage To...
What retirement savings plans or investment options are avaliable to someone who is self-employed? What is an IRA and a Solo 401(k)? The post The 4 Best Retirement Plans for the Self-Employed appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
We take a look at the best life insurance policies for you and focus on some of the latest providers including Ethos, Sproutt, and Fabric. The post Ethos vs. Sproutt vs. Fabric appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Bills are a fact of life, but it's possible to earn credit card rewards and bonuses each time you pay them. What are the best credit cards for paying bills? The post Best Credit Cards for Paying Bills appeared first on The Dough Roller. via Finance Xpress ...
Although there is a growing apathy towards work given some people’s investment returns are beating their work income, the best time to work might be right now. One of the biggest things I disliked about work was having to commute. Now that my son is back in preschool, I have to leave the house by Read More... The post The Best Time To...
Finding the best interest rates is a lot easier today than it was even a few years ago. Here at Dough Roller, we track rates on everything from checking and savings accounts to mortgages to CDs. It occurred to me, however, that there was no one single page on the site where you could find the top rate for each type of account. So...
