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Cheap Fun Cars Are Dying Because Young People Can’t Afford Them
Why are attainable enthusiast cars disappearing? Because young working people can no longer afford to buy them. Car fans are tired of being told we can’t have nice things. The ensuing refrain is that the enthusiast market is too small to be sustainable. Given the U.S. population alone has increased by 80 million people over…
Read MoreWednesday Q&A What are the taxes on a deferred compensation plan?
What are the taxes on a deferred compensation plan? Gregory addresses a question about deferred compensation plans and what the tax implications are on those types of company savings plans. Find out what taxes will look like if you are forced to take a lump sum. Do you have questions for Gregory? Press the ASK…
Read MoreJeff Bezos on why you should trust your gut, not data
Amazon takes pride in its ruthless efficiency: fast delivery, a gigantic variety of products, and demanding work culture. But efficiency isn’t the key to Amazon’s success. During an interview at the Economic Club of Washington, Founder and CEO Jeff Bezos said: “I believe in the power of wandering. All of my best decisions in business and in life…
Read MoreShould I take a $1,913-a-month pension or a $445,000 lump sum?
My husband and I are 65 years old. He’s retired with a monthly pension of $1,800, and when he dies, I will be collecting the same amount for life. My husband and I will start to collect Social Security benefits Jan. 1, 2022, when each of us will collect $2,600 a month. We have total…
Read MoreUsing a credit card is as easy as swiping or tapping, but understanding how payments and interest work is key to staying out of debt
On the surface, using a credit card is easy; you just swipe, tap, or insert to pay. It’s important to understand how credit card payments and interest work too, so you can avoid large interest fees. The key to using a credit card responsibly is to pay off your balance in full each month. This…
Read MoreHow to Save Money
Across all personal finance websites, magazines and books, whether you listen to a big-wig guru or consult with a financial advisor, the most common advice you’re bound to hear is “save your money!” It’s not because anyone thinks you should sit on a pile of cash and never touch it, but because it is impossible…
Read MoreWednesday Q&A Should I cash out my old 401k or roll it into an IRA?
Should I cash out my old 401k or roll it into an IRA? A Winning at Life caller has a question about what to do with an old 401k from an old job. Should he roll it into an IRA or cash out? Get Gregory’s thoughts in this clip from the show. Do you have…
Read MoreHere’s the salary you need to make to get the maximum Social Security benefit possible
More than 69 million people received monthly Social Security checks in 2019. Nearly nine out of ten people aged 65 and older receive Social Security benefits, making it an essential part of retiring in the U.S. Benefits are based on your income, the year you were born and the age you decide to start taking money…
Read MoreLoaning friends and family money? Here’s how to avoid the awkwardness
While you might be anticipating a dreadful conversation about the state of American politics with your cousin, before or after all of the ballots are counted, there’s an even more awkward conversation lying in wait: money. Perhaps a family member has a great idea and needs some early funding to get their business off the…
Read MoreRevocable trust vs. will: A guide to estate planning in the age of coronavirus
Coronavirus has proven to be a major threat to our overall well-being. And with all the trouble it’s caused to families, now could be a good time to review your own estate planning needs. It’s something that many people may be overlooking, either accidentally or on purpose, as this economic and health crisis plays out.…
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