Guide to Tax-Efficient Investing All investment vehicles come with a cost. Even investors who are very aware of the costs associated with various types of investments are still subject to taxes. Luckily, tax-efficient investment strategies can be used to diminish the bite that taxes take out of an investor's returns. Key Takeaways Taxes can eat […]
Financial Literacy for Beginners Written by: Daniel Gleich According to one study done in 2017, about one out of every five high school sophomores didn't have a basic understanding of how money works. Another study reported that only about one-third of states require a money matters class to be completed in order to graduate high […]
Helpful Financial Calculators Written by: Daniel Gleich Finances can feel very complicated. From deciding how to best go about paying off debt to crafting a retirement investment strategy that makes sense for both present needs and future goals, there's a lot of math and a lot of variables to take into account. Luckily, there are […]
The History of Economic Thought and Philosophy Written by: Daniel Gleich Early discussions about economics tended to center on the topics of commerce, money, property, trade, the finance of public goods, and the economic development of a given area. It also focused on ideas like economic inequality. Philosophers, including Adam Smith and Thomas Hobbes, were […]
Retirement Planning Guide for Seniors Written by: Daniel Gleich For many, retirement is something to look forward to after years of employment. People often see it as a new chapter in their lives and a time to enjoy the freedom that comes from permanently leaving their job. As exciting as it may be, though, it can […]
The Ultimate Resource Guide for Seniors and Their Families Written by: Daniel Gleich Throughout people's lives, they experience significant transitions. People go to school, graduate, start careers, change careers, and gain and lose family members. Inevitably, people experience changes in financial circumstances and the loss of some loved ones and relationships. Senior citizens often experience […]
Resources for Volunteering in Retirement Written by: Daniel Gleich Millions of retired people volunteer each year. In fact, retirees account for a quarter of all volunteers in the United States. They fulfill important roles in their community, including fundraising, distributing food to people experiencing food insecurity, building homes, maintaining parks, working with students, mentoring young […]
Beyond Bingo: Fun Activities for Seniors Bingo is an activity that's popular among older adults. Nursing facilities, churches, and senior living communities all host bingo nights as a chance for older people to socialize and have fun. Although it is a fun and popular game, it's not the only option for elderly people that want […]
A Guide to Investing and the Stock Market The stock market isn't exactly a get-rich-quick scheme. In fact, for those who are interested in investing, the best approach is often to wait things out and see how the market goes. Investors devote plenty of time to analyzing the market to ensure that they're getting the […]
The History of American Colonialism and Taxation Some might say that America exists because a group of colonists objected to taxation. Taxes are paid to a ruling class, whether that's a king, federal government, state government, or local government. Taxes are meant to be used to pay for things that are useful to the public, […]
