Money. It’s something almost everyone stresses about. Whether you have enough or are living paycheck to paycheck—there always seems to be a reason to feel worried about it. Whether you are bad at saving money, have a hard time getting a raise at work, or are spending money on unnecessary expenses, money can be stressful….
Did you know that for most individuals around the world, the biggest yearly expense is taxes? Sure, some tax payments make sense, as they go to funding public services like schools, roads, hospitals, and infrastructure. However, you might live in one of the countries where taxes are extremely high and take away earnings from your…
In the world of startups and venture capital, the ultimate goal for many founders is to eventually grow so large to be listed on a public stock exchange via an initial public offering (IPO). While that goal is still present, there is another onramp to the public markets that were previously less used but are…
The fintech industry continues to make major strides in disrupting traditional financial markets. Fintech startups like PayPal, Stripe, and Venmo all started by bootstrapping their ideas and turning themselves into significant players in the global economy. These startup companies that have grown to over $1 billion in valuation are known as unicorns because they are…
Now that the coronavirus has cooled off and the weather is heating up, many people are getting ready to take their summer holidays. So dust off your maps and get your swimming trunks on, because your next holiday trip awaits. But before you break the bank on a lavish trip, why not explore the ways…
The world of finance has gotten a facelift over the past decade. Out are slow, cumbersome processes of handling transactions, and in are an array of technological solutions to make life easier on everyone who partakes in the global financial system. As a result, the role of financial professionals has changed drastically. It’s more important…
For generations, people have entrusted large, institutional banks with their money. It was always believed that big banks with many in-person branches were the most efficient and safest place to keep your money and work within the financial system. Yet now, thanks to the help of new technological innovations and startups, big banks aren’t the…
Finances and emotions don’t mix. You’ve probably heard that before, but do you know why these two shouldn’t go together? The more emotional you get about your spending, the more irrational you are likely to act and put yourself at risk of making poor financial decisions. But what if you could turn that emotional energy…
These days, it’s harder and harder to spend hours learning about financial topics from a 300-page book. Instead, more compact on-the-go forms of learning are becoming the go-to for people. This trend is also influencing the world of finance, where there are more great resources coming out of podcasts, blogs, and YouTube video series, than…
The F.I.R.E. movement has gained steam over the past few years, helping young people achieve financial independence early in life and be relieved of the stress of having the same job for decades. Yet, this movement, while well-intentioned, shouldn’t be seen as a one-size-fits-all solution. In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know…