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cryptocurrency
12/15/2023 • 5 min read
Understanding DeFi: Being Your Own Bank
Decentralized Finance removes the middleman from lending, borrowing, and trading. The risks and rewards of the new financial frontier.
cryptocurrency
12/10/2023 • 5 min read
Bitcoin Halving 2024: What You Need to Know
Every four years, the block reward for Bitcoin miners is cut in half. Historically, this supply shock has led to bull markets.
global-economy
12/5/2023 • 5 min read
The Rise of the BRICS Currency: Fact or Fiction?
De-dollarization is the buzzword of the year. Can a coalition of emerging markets truly challenge the US Dollar's hegemony?
global-economy
12/1/2023 • 5 min read
Inflation Watch: Are Central Banks Winning?
CPI data shows cooling prices, but the 'last mile' to the 2% target might be the hardest. An analysis of global monetary policy.
personal-finance
11/25/2023 • 5 min read
Zero-Based Budgeting: Does it Work?
Made famous by Dave Ramsey, this budgeting method assigns every single dollar a job. Is it too restrictive or the key to freedom?
personal-finance
11/20/2023 • 5 min read
The Ultimate Guide to Credit Scores in 2024
FICO vs. VantageScore, hard inquiries vs. soft pulls. We demystify the algorithm that determines your financial borrowing power.
personal-finance
11/12/2023 • 5 min read
5 Money Habits Keeping You From Wealth
It's not just about how much you earn, but how you spend. Identifying the 'latte factor' and other silent budget killers.
investing
11/5/2023 • 5 min read
ETF vs. Mutual Funds: Which is Right for Your IRA?
Understanding the tax implications, expense ratios, and trading flexibility of Exchange Traded Funds compared to traditional Mutual Funds.
investing
10/28/2023 • 5 min read
Compound Interest: The Eighth Wonder of the World
Albert Einstein reportedly called it the eighth wonder of the world. Here is how starting just five years earlier can double your net worth.
investing
10/20/2023 • 5 min read
The 60/40 Portfolio is Dead: Here's What's Replacing It
For decades, the 60/40 split between stocks and bonds was the gold standard. In today's high-interest environment, modern investors are turning to alternatives.