All posts by Jacob A Irwin

The Best Ways to Manage Your Investment

By now, most people have a clear understanding of how far the world has progressed over the years. Every year, it seems like something new is presenting itself, not to mention that the way we handle different tasks is constantly changing, especially when you take the advances of the internet into mind. It’s hard not to say that the internet has dramatically changed the way we have been living our lives. Think about all the things that can be done over the internet, like when it comes to stocks. When it came to purchasing stocks in the past, the process of doing so wasn’t as easy as it is now. Before, it had to go through a complex process before the finalization could even be complete. With the evolved usages of the internet, things are much simpler and easier than they used to be.

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5 Ways to Keep Your Home from Leaving You Broke

Everyone dreams of one day owning their perfect home. Whether it’s a cozy cottage in the country or a high-rise apartment in the city, getting there is only half the battle.

When you’re finally moved in, you’ll realize how quickly extra costs can add up. Some of this money is lost on maintenance, and most of it lost from selling your home at a loss. In fact, the average American loses $20,000 when they sell their home on.

To ensure you don’t lose too much money- or you make a profit- make sure you read up on ways to keep your home from leaving you broke.

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crowdfunded real estate investing

Is Crowdfunded Real Estate Investing Right For You?

The amount of money and responsibility it takes to invest in real estate traditionally keeps many people away from this type of investment. However, there’s another option for you if you’re interested in real estate investing: crowdfunded real estate investing...

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16 Free or Low-Cost Ways to Keep Your Kids Entertained This Summer

When I was a kid, summer break meant riding bikes with my friends, playing outside, reading, and finding other ways to keep myself entertained.  Times have changed, and now, most kids don’t spend much time outdoors or on their own.

Without those activities, summer can be a long stretch of boredom and endless electronic usage, but it doesn’t have to be that way.  There are many free or low-cost ways to keep your kids entertained.

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Save Money for Your First Home Purchase

5 Ways to Save Money for Your First Home Purchase

If the thought of saving money to buy your first home seems overwhelming, read on. We’ve got some ideas for ways you can save money for your first home purchase.

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Hobbies That Make Money

12 Hobbies That Make Money

I don’t believe you should go into a hobby simply with the desire to make money.  However, if you have a hobby that you really enjoy, why not get paid for doing what you love?  These are just 12 hobbies that can produce income, but there are certainly many more that would also do the same....

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Help Your Kids Prepare for College by Making a Mock Budget

There are many ways to teach your child the financial repercussions of their college choices.  Making a mock budget inclusive of their eventual student loan payments is quite effective...

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Personal Finance Books 2019

6 Personal Finance Books You Need to Read in 2019

These personal finance books all have the potential to change your financial life for the better. Which ones will you read in 2019?

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9 Ways to Have a Frugal Wedding

A frugal wedding doesn’t guarantee marital harmony, but it can get you started the right way because you won’t have stress from overspending or going in debt for your wedding.  Luckily, there are many ways to cut corners and still have a memorable wedding....

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New Year’s Resolutions

How to Avoid New Year’s Resolution Failure

You can make your New Year’s resolutions and actually succeed at them. However, you need to know how to make those resolutions in a way that promotes success. Here are some tips on how you can do that...  

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