52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 52. For Singles Only – Solo Flight What it is … Making financial decisions as a single individual with your own well-being in mind. How it helps … You never have co compromise. You never have co answer to anyone. Planning can be easier. You become self-reliant … Read more
52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 51. Togetherness – For Couples Only What it is… Ideas for couples to help them better handle their money— jointly and singly. A nonthreatening environment that encourages communication is the key. How it helps… It saves marriages and eases tensions. It creates partnerships through the synergy of … Read more
52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 50. Men Don’t Peek – For Women Only What it is … Financial considerations and traditions that are generally unique to women. How It hurts… Traditional rules discourage independent thinking. Financial savvy is not as highly valued. Income for women is generally less than income for men. … Read more
52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 49. Women Don’t Peek – For Men Only What it is … Gender specific concerns and habits regarding money. How it helps… Traditional rules discourage independent thinking. Financial responsibility may not be equally shared. You may feel burdened and/or exploited. Key items to look for… Your assumptions … Read more
52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 48. The American Dream – Owning Vs. Renting What it is… The “Great Debate” between owning your own home and tenting. Often taken for granted, the possibility of ownership has become more remote for many young people, yet many benefits remain. How it helps… Renting; allows for … Read more
52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 47. Thank You, Aunt Susie – Investing An Inheritance What it is … Money received due to the death of a friend or relative. The money received is not taxable, but the interest or profit gained on the money is taxable unless invested in a tax-free investment. … Read more
52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 46. My Mother Told Me So – Myths What it is… A myth is a story which has been repeated so often that it appears to be the truth. Sample myths that you should question: “You should never touch your principle.” “People should always own a home.” … Read more
52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 45 . I Can Find It – Organizing Your Materials What it is… A simple method of locating, using, retaining, and monitoring financial records; a way of keeping all of your important papers in one place; and a system for locating your documents easily. How it helps… … Read more
52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 44. Easy Writer – Recordkeeping What it is… Answers the need to record important information and gives you the ability to locate that material quickly, as needed. How it helps… You can avoid the “tax time blues” if you have relevant information easily available. You have greater … Read more
52 Simple Ways to Manage Your Money – 43. Here I Come – Social Security What it is… A plan to supplement retirement income from monies paid into the Social Security Administration over the lifetime of a worker. It also provides other assistance, such as disability and survivors’ benefits. How it helps … Gives a … Read more
