April 23, 2019 | By Swift Budget | No Comments
And should you? Most people in the financial independence community recommend using VTSAX (Vanguard’s Total Stock Market Index Fund) to save for retirement. It’s a fantastic idea in general, and it’s what I recommend to most people for most of their money. Read More
March 24, 2019 | By Swift Budget | No Comments
Vanguard is the gold standard for investing in the financial independence community. Almost every podcast and blog will recommend it to you. It is obviously a great company, but there are few drawbacks to be aware of.
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March 11, 2019 | By Swift Budget | No Comments
Paying for medical care in the United States is one of the biggest fears that people tend to have. In fact, the leading cause of bankruptcy across the nation is medical debt. Read More
March 10, 2019 | By Swift Budget | No Comments
Betterment is an online financial advisor that manages around $15 billion for its clients and is one of the top financial companies for automated investing. Aside from being reputable, Betterment is easy to use and offers a hands-off option for building wealth. You can set up the app to do almost everything on automation, including depositing money and rebalancing your portfolio as needed. This Betterment review covers how the site works, what its main features are, and the pros and cons you’ll want to consider as you choose the investment company that’s right for you.
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May 11, 2017 | By Swift Budget | No Comments
No matter what your financial situation is, if you haven’t gotten into the habit of saving every month, then you’re leaving a significant amount of money on the table. With how compound interest works, an initial investment can grow quite a bit over a period of decades, especially if you continue to add to that investment with consistent saving. Read More
April 26, 2017 | By Swift Budget | No Comments
Ideally, you should start saving for retirement from the time you earn your very first pay check. For persons who are employed with an organization that offers a 401(k) program, saving for retirement is almost automatic since the option to enroll in such a program is usually offered upon employment. Read More