The first step in any goal may be the hardest, but to just throw money at the problem without doing the work is not the first step at all. … Read More
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- September 16, 2024
- Mike Pumphrey
- Awareness
With AI seemingly taking over the world, it's worth asking if there are ways AI can help you with financial wellness. Spoiler: There aren't. … Read More
- September 9, 2024
- Mike Pumphrey
- Decisions
A financial planner can be a valuable person to have, but they also might be wasting your time and money. If so, you may want to fire them. … Read More
- September 2, 2024
- Mike Pumphrey
- Decisions
A business loan can help you grow your business, or at least that's what the banks say. Is it right for your business? Let's break it down. … Read More
- August 26, 2024
- Mike Pumphrey
- Awareness
Banks and credit unions will often offer you "personal loans", but is there a worthwhile use case for them? … Read More
- August 19, 2024
- Mike Pumphrey
- Awareness
Your Social Security number, along with other personal information, has likely been stolen. What does this mean for you? … Read More
- August 12, 2024
- Mike Pumphrey
- Awareness
Knowing when to claim Social Security is complicated, but when you’re married and planning with your spouse, the calculation becomes harder. Please read my Disclosure Policy. Nothing here should be construed as financial advice. Please work with a professional before … Read More … marriage Social Security
- August 5, 2024
- Mike Pumphrey
- Awareness
I try to find some financial lessons from the King's Quest adventure games from Sierra On-Line, and also plug an album containing my music. … Read More
- July 29, 2024
- Mike Pumphrey
- Awareness
The SAVE plan, which would have reduced or eliminated debt payments for student loan borrowers is put on hold indefinitely. … Read More
- July 22, 2024
- Mike Pumphrey
- Decisions
After months and millions of dollars in sales, the option of buying gold at Costco is not going away. Let's find out what's going on. … Read More
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