The coronavirus pandemic that upended the U.S. economy has resulted in widespread job and income losses and added to the debt load for millions of Americans. More than 2 in 5 U.S. adults (42%) report that their household financial situation has worsened since the pandemic’s onset, according to NerdWallet’s annual household debt study, while just 14% … Continued
The pandemic has caused many people to reassess their priorities. There is talk of moving out of the city, simplifying life and saving more money. “I’m not going to spend money like that anymore,” my millennial daughter told me recently, talking about past shopping sprees on handbags, jewelry, and yes, lattes. “Financial security is fun now.” … Continued
After the train wreck that was 2020, you may well question whether it’s worth trying to plan anything. But knocking off a few financial tasks early in the year can better prepare you for whatever 2021 has in store. File your tax return ASAP Filing your tax return early typically means getting your refund sooner. … Continued