Articles by: Lance Cothern
The FIRE movement: How to retire early
The FI/RE movement is all about making your money work for you and either becoming financial independent or retiring early or both.
Make paying easier with the 10 best payment apps of 2023
Payment apps make paying for your purchases, or splitting a bill easier than it's ever been. These 10 apps offer something for everyone.
Facet Wealth review: Full-service financial planning for less
Facet Wealth aims to make online financial planning personal and affordable. They offer seven pricing levels based on your specific financial planning needs as well as unlimited access to a CFP®.
Best portfolio tracker apps: 6 apps to monitor investments
If you want to track your investments’ value, you have several apps to choose from. Find out which option best fits your needs.
How Life Insurance Works: What to Know About Buying a Policy
Life insurance is a contract between yourself and an insurance company to pay your beneficiaries a set amount should you die.
Bestow offers term life insurance at affordable rates to those who qualify. Learn how to get a quote and open a policy in this Bestow review.
Betterment vs. Wealthfront vs. Empower: Which is the Best?
Betterment, Wealthfront, and Personal Capital all help manage your investments. Check out my review to find out which is the best fit for you.
Best Homeowners Insurance Companies
If you have a mortgage (which most people do) you'll need homeowners insurance. Here are our top picks for the best homeowners insurance companies.
What Is A 529 Plan?: A Look At The Pros And Cons
529 plans offer a tax-free way to save for college. You, the parent, have complete control over the funds, and there are no income limits for opening an account. You must use the funds for college expenses, though.
5 Student Loan Myths You Can’t Afford To Believe
With student loans, most people may believe refinancing is always the right choice. It's not. Or maybe you've heard that you won't be able to borrow more than you can pay back. Nope, that happens all the time. These myths are common - make sure you don't fall for them.