As the end of the year approaches, it’s easy to get busy with the festivities. There’s the shopping you’ll need to do, family gatherings to attend, traveling, and so on.
However, it’s essential that you find time, amid these celebrations, to revisit your finances and create a plan for next year. Without a financial plan in place, it may be unclear the path you’ll need to take to reach your financial goals.
It’s completely normal to consider changing your job. The average person changes jobs about 12 times in their lifetime, sometimes due to challenging environments, relocations, or career goals.
But before you change or quit your job, there are things to consider: First, why do you want to quit your job?
Where do you draw the line when it comes to money vs. convenience?
Do you clean your own house? Do you get your food delivered? Mow your own lawn?
How much extra are you paying for these services?
The reality is, the answer is different for everyone.
There are several reasons why individuals give money away each year to charitable organizations. Some believe that it is a means of “giving back” to a community that helped you reach your fullest potential. Others believe that charitable giving is a mutual benefit to both the giver and receiver. The receiver can use those funds to help just causes, while the giver can feel a greater sense of worth by playing an essential role in helping others.
The stock market is already a little crazy this week. Is a storm coming? Let’s take a look at what’s driving markets right now. (Scroll to the end if you just want my takeaways.) A few things are driving the […]
