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Everyone, regardless of income level, needs a budget. Businesses survive and thrive with budgets, and it’s no different for personal finance. While business budgets might be complicated, your finances don’t have to be. Budgeting can be smooth sailing and even fun when you choose the proper budget for your goals and personal style. Managing personal…
When you think of everything you wish you were doing on a Saturday afternoon, I’m confident the first 5,000 or so ideas would not include “What a perfect day to review my budget!” For too many, creating a budget is unpleasant but unbelievably important if you want a healthy financial life. Even more important is…
Rules of thumb are loose “rules” that apply broadly to many situations. We talk about rules of thumb a lot here on Dough Roller. Regarding personal finance, the key word is “personal.” There are no one-size-fits-all rules for running your budget, savings, retirement planning, or other aspects of your financial life. That said, some general,…
As we navigate through 2024, the financial landscape is increasingly dominated by neobanks, which offer a compelling alternative to traditional banking with their cutting-edge technology and customer-centric services. These digital-first entities have revolutionized how we manage money, blending convenience with innovation to meet the growing demands of tech-savvy consumers. This article delves into the top…
If you’ve been struggling to teach your children and teenagers about money, GoHenry is a resource that can help you do so. It covers everything from earning money to budgeting, saving, and spending. It’s all about learning by doing, perhaps the best way to learn any skill—especially money. For a single low monthly fee, you…
My husband and I have used many budgeting tools, including Rocket Money and YNAB. We still use (and love!) YNAB, but it left us with a gap: cash flow planning. Unfortunately, we’re still not accustomed to YNAB’s month-ahead spending goal. That means our checking account ebbs later in the month, and we must be more…
The Federal Reserve last raised interest rates by 0.25% on July 26, 2023. The hike is an effort to help bring inflation down. While higher interest rates are not great for borrowers, they are excellent for savers. If you’re in search of the best interest rates for your money, look no further. Our list of…
I recently learned that my father has decided to cash out his UPS pension. The immediate question from my dad was, “How do I avoid paying taxes on this thing?” After running through the various options in my head, I remembered something about my parents’ portfolio. My extremely risk-averse parents continue to keep nearly all…
If you are in the market for a new savings or checking account, signing up for one with a bonus promotion is a great way to earn a little extra cash for your efforts. All bank promotions have some sort of hoops to jump through to qualify. Most, but not all, bank bonuses and promotions…