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Whether you think investing is for you or not, the fact is that you probably already are an investor. If you have a pension or a 401K, your hard-earned money is currently being invested for you by your pension fund. The pension fund buys a portfolio of shares in listed companies in diverse industries on your behalf to spread the risk. However, do you know what companies they invest in? Do the investments align with your values? Maybe it is time to find out.
Life insurance is one of those things that we know we need, but don’t want to talk about or think about. The thought of leaving your family behind is terrifying, especially if you are worried that they are not going to be financially equipped without you. There are ways however to ensure that if tragedy were to strike, your family would be okay.
According to many surveys, and many might argue - common sense, almost two-thirds of Americans find managing their taxes a chore they are forced to do once a year. However, everyone is aware of how important doing taxes is, and this is why tax managing is crucial to make this important “chore” more bearable and easier. If you probably don’t look forward to tax season, here are some tips that will make this process more manageable.
As of writing, the whole world still suffers from the negative effects of the pandemic. One of the hardest-hit facets is the people's economy and financial situation. Businesses have closed, schools are temporarily prohibited, offices are closed, and many people have been left jobless. If there's anything that this situation should teach you, it's the importance of having multiple income streams.
Earlier this year, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economics Security (CARES) Act was signed by President Trump in order to provide emergency assistance and healthcare response to individuals, families, and businesses that were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Small Business Administration (SBA) was given the funding and authority to modify existing loan programs to assist small businesses nationwide.