by mattdixon | Mar 13, 2023 | budgeting, finance, greenville, matt dixon, philanthropy, Uncategorized
As a young adult, navigating the world of personal finance can be challenging. You may be starting your first job, dealing with student loans, and trying to figure out how to save for the future. However, developing good financial habits early on can set you up for...
by mattdixon | Jan 11, 2023 | budgeting, finance, IRA Accounts, matt dixon
Investing involves putting your money into something in the hopes of generating a positive return. While some forms of investing are short-term, the greatest returns often come from long-term investing. What Are Long-Term Investments? A long-term investment is...
by mattdixon | Aug 7, 2022 | budgeting, matt dixon
Most people hope to have a comfortable retirement with no financial worries. Unfortunately, about 50% of adults have no retirement savings. Here are a few tips to start planning for a more stable retirement. Give Up Luxury Goods and Services Some of the first...
by mattdixon | Jun 21, 2022 | budgeting, finance, matt dixon
Make Additional Payments You should make larger payments to cut down the principal and reduce the payback period for the loan. When people begin paying off their student loans, they only make one or two small payments per year. These payments usually amount to about...
by mattdixon | May 26, 2022 | budgeting, finance, matt dixon
If you want your credit score to be in the “good” range instead of the poor range, you must know how to build a strong credit score. A high credit score can provide significant benefits, such as getting approved for loans and other financial assistance much more...
by mattdixon | Mar 29, 2022 | budgeting, finance, matt dixon
Personal finance skills are critical to have in every aspect of your life, that is why it is crucial to recognize several pitfalls that need to be avoided to avoid financial issues. Excessive Spending These could be a German luxury car or an annual trip to Hawaii that...