My Thoughts on M1 Finance
[This article about M1 Finance may contain affiliate links at no cost to you] I recently opened an M1 Finance account. I mentioned it in one of my portfolio updates but I think it’s time to talk about it in more detail because I’m enjoying what the platform offers. There’s a lot of new automated investing platforms like M1. These seem to be the rage these days as people search for an easy, cost effective way to invest. I’ve been on the verge of trying one of these but always stepped because because of one reason or another. As an investor, I had a list of things I wanted my…
A Simple Explanation of Tax Withholding, Tax Returns and Tax Refunds
Taxes are a complicated thing. People still often confuse the various terms that come up when discussing them. As such, here's a simple(ish) explanation of the three most common terms that are confusing. I use the term -ish because taxes are never that simple.
9 Financial Bloggers Talk About Their Favorite Investing Books
[This article on favorite investing books may contain affiliate links for which I receive a commission at no cost to you. I only recommend products I use and trust.] One of the best ways to learn about money is through investing books. Not everyone has time to take a class but a good book can provide you with a lifetime’s worth of lesson in a few hours. Investing books can run the gamut. They can be about stock investing or simply managing your money. In the end, the goal is to grow your wealth and there’s rarely a better starting point. As a member of the blogging community, I’ve met…
