Identity theft is a very costly and frustrating crime. It can often take victims years to restore their good name and credit history. This 782-word article offers seven tips for restoring your stolen identity. | Read More →

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An in-depth discussion of strategies that can be used to bolster the value of 401(k) retirement plans, beginning with a brief explanation of how 401(k) works, and how employer’s contributions are structured. It then follows with a number of helpful strategies for maximizing the value of your 401(k). These include gradual, annual increases to your contribution rate, fulfilling your company’s vesting requirements, and learning how to navigate around various fees and penalties. | Read More →

You can use your investments to reach financial freedom without making losses. You should consider educating yourself, creating your financial plan, consulting with a credible investment advisor among other best practices. This article is a complete guide on how to grow your investments in 2021. | Read More →

Getting young people to start investing has always been a challenge, so the emergence of smartphone apps designed for finance could be good news for the next generation. Over the past couple of years, startups, big brokerage firms and technology firms have created mobile trading apps aimed squarely at the new investor, and this article takes a look at the five best apps for 2021. | Read More →

This article is a crash course on the mechanics of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ripple. It is written in an FAQ format to make it easier for readers to absorb the information. Information is presented neutrally, not coming across as overly favorable or unfavorable toward crypto. Instead, readers are encouraged to come to their own conclusions regarding the space. | Read More →