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Financial Literacy Resources for Kids

July 29, 2022 By Katie Brewer

Financial literacy is important for everybody, regardless of their life stage. Teaching some essentials to kids is a great way to instill lifelong financial knowledge, and give them a head start in building wealth. Unfortunately, less than half of U.S. states require high school financial literacy classes. And at home, many parents avoid talking about money with their children because it makes Continue Reading

Filed Under: Family Tagged With: financial literacy, kids, teaching kids about money

Eight Years of Your Richest Life

July 15, 2022 By Katie Brewer

Eight years ago this month, I took a leap of faith and started Your Richest Life. It’s been an exciting and challenging journey, and I’m so grateful for all I’ve learned along the way. The past year has been yet another difficult one, with steep inflation, high interest rates and market volatility. But within these challenges are some opportunities, and I have been navigating these situations Continue Reading

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How Do Stocks Perform During Down Times?

June 30, 2022 By Katie Brewer

As we continue to deal with record-high inflation and economic instability, you might be wondering how you should manage your investments. It can feel disheartening to check on your portfolio and see poor returns, but don’t panic; we’ll cover why it’s better to weather the turbulent times to get the long-term rewards. Historically speaking, stocks have done well over time, even during periods of Continue Reading

Filed Under: Economy, Investing Tagged With: recession, recession investing, stocks

Financial Adjustments to Hedge Against Inflation

June 15, 2022 By Katie Brewer

The U.S. inflation rate came in at 8.6% at the end of May, which was the largest annual increase since December 1981. Unfortunately, high prices won’t disappear overnight. Inflation comes down slowly, usually after a period of monetary policy changes by the Federal Reserve. That’s why we’ve seen gradual interest rate increases this year. The hope is that they will mitigate the rapid inflation, and Continue Reading

Filed Under: Economy Tagged With: 2022 inflation, inflation

Buying a House in 2022: What You Should Know

May 30, 2022 By Katie Brewer

If you’ve been in the market for a new house, then you have probably discovered that this is a tough time to be a buyer. Record high inflation, sky-high home prices and low inventory has kept competition steep, with no end in sight. The housing market will calm down - but potentially not for a couple of years. What if you can’t wait? Here are some tips to help you find a house you love (and can Continue Reading

Filed Under: Buying a Home Tagged With: 2022 housing market, buying a house

Student Loan Repayment Changes to Know About

May 6, 2022 By Katie Brewer

Student loan payments have been deferred again, meaning federal student loan borrowers can postpone their payments—interest-free—for a while longer. Payments are now due beginning Aug. 31, 2022. If you have outstanding federal student loans, here is what that means for you: Prepare to Resume Student Loan Payments It’s been a couple years since borrowers were required to make their student loan Continue Reading

Filed Under: Student loans Tagged With: student loan repayment, student loans, student loans 2022

How to Improve Your Financial Literacy

April 19, 2022 By Katie Brewer

April is financial literacy month, which is intended to empower people to understand and steward their money well. This is a topic that I’m passionate about, because I believe that everyone should have access to the knowledge that will help them create wealth and stability in their lives. In honor of financial literacy month, here are some ways you can improve your own financial knowledge: 1. Continue Reading

Filed Under: Financial Planning Tagged With: blogs, building wealth, financial literacy, podcasts

How to Use Your Tax Refund in 2022

April 5, 2022 By Katie Brewer

If you’ve already filed your taxes and received your refund, you might already be thinking of ways to use that refund. Save it? Pay down debt? Book a summer trip? All of the above could be the right answer depending on your situation. Here are some tips for putting that money to the best possible use in 2022: Avoid impulse tax refund spending If you received a tax refund, then you might already Continue Reading

Filed Under: Tax Tagged With: tax refund, taxes

Legitimate Ways to Help Ukraine

March 15, 2022 By Katie Brewer

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Since Russia invaded Ukraine last month, countless fundraisers have been set up to help the Ukrainian people. The problem is that so many fundraisers have been created that it’s difficult to know which sources are the most credible. It's important to decipher where your money will make the biggest impact. I’ve compiled a list to highlight some legitimate sources that can help Ukraine, and what Continue Reading

Filed Under: Charity Tagged With: charitable giving, charity, ukraine

Financial Independence vs. Infidelity in Your Relationships

February 28, 2022 By Katie Brewer

Money problems and infidelity are two of the quickest ways to bring down a relationship, but when combined, they can be downright lethal. Unfortunately, “financial infidelity” is a fairly common occurrence in American relationships. According to a Creditcards.com poll, 32% of Americans in a serious relationship have cheated financially. That included spending more than their partners would be Continue Reading

Filed Under: Career & Lifestyle Tagged With: combining finances, couples and money, marriage, relationships

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