by admin | Dec 12, 2024 | Common Cents
The clock strikes midnight, the confetti flies, and suddenly, you’re filled with a sense of possibility. This year, you think, will be different. You’re ready to get serious about your finances. But by February, that ambitious financial resolution—to save...
by admin | Dec 11, 2024 | Common Cents
When we think about achieving financial success, we often picture grand strategies, complex investments, or striking it rich overnight. But the truth is, the most successful individuals often credit their achievements not to one big win, but to a series of...
by admin | Sep 11, 2024 | Common Cents
There are few things more exciting than seeing your wealth grow over time, but as your income evolves, so do your tax responsibilities. Understanding the various types of income and how they’re taxed can mean the difference between watching your...
by admin | Sep 11, 2024 | Common Cents
Imagine you’re scouting businesses to invest in. Would you choose the one barely scraping by, with razor-thin profit margins, or the one where profits flow freely, expenses are optimized, and future growth looks bright? Easy choice, right? Now, here’s the...
by admin | Aug 7, 2024 | Common Cents
Introduction Previously, we explored the tremendous power of compounding and how it can help achieve significant financial milestones. This follow-up article focuses on another critical aspect of successful investing: time! We will model three scenarios to illustrate...
by admin | Jul 24, 2024 | Common Cents
Introduction Whether buying a house, funding a child’s education, or retiring comfortably, financial planning is crucial to achieving many of life’s significant milestones. One of the most powerful tools in your financial arsenal is the concept of...