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Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. Level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve financial literacy for now and the future.
Wanting to break away from the 9 to 5 lifestyle is a trend quickly growing in popularity. Whether it’s a side hustle in the gig economy to supplement your income or setting out to found a company that will usher in the next wave of innovation. There’s a plethora of business concepts fundamental to the successful operation of any company. One of the most important is being able to actually get paid for your product or service. In this episode we breakdown the fees and pricing models involved with taking credit card payments
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com/credit-card-processing-fees.html.
Mattress shopping isn’t the most glamorous thing in the world, but considering that you’ll spend around a third of your life snoozing away on one. It becomes pretty important to make the right purchase. But how do you know when it’s time to start shopping for a replacement? In this episode we breakdown how long different types of mattresses last and how to preserve your investment.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com/how-long-mattress-last.html.
Automated investing has seen a massive rise in popularity in recent years. In the past, hiring a dedicated human financial advisor could be costly and require a large amount of capital to get started. Betterment was one of the first publicly available robo-advisors and provides an interesting option for beginners and set it and forget it investors. In this episode we take a look at what Betterment is all about, and some of the pros and cons of the platform.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
Originally released in 1983 when hair metal was topping charts and VHS tapes were all the rage, Quicken has been the go-to software for tracking personal finance for a long time. However, like hair metal and VHS, Quicken hasn’t aged well and there are many alternatives on the market that are easier to use with fewer issues. In this episode we take a look at the issues with Quicken, what to look for in financial tracking software and a few alternatives programs to consider instead.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
Whether you’re just getting started with investing or you have a little experience and need to level up from a barebones brokerage. Choosing a financial institution that fits your needs can be a little overwhelming. In this episode, we take a look at the pros and cons of M1 Finance and how their financial tools help bridge the gap between self-directed and automated investing
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
Keeping up with your money is a tough, time consuming task. Tracking money in versus money out, even on just a checking account, can make you feel like you need a doctorate in finance and a supercomputer to process all the information. Thankfully these days you don’t need to have a CPA on speed dial to keep track of your personal finances. In this episode we take a look at the free financial tools offered by Personal Capital to see how they can help keep your long term finances and retirement goals on track.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
Where you store your money might not seem like the flashiest financial decision, but it’s an extremely important one to get right. On the surface banks and credit unions might seem interchangeable, although there’s a few key differences that set them apart from each other that will have a drastic impact on which works best for your money situation. In this episode we breakdown what differentiates a bank from a credit union, to help you decide which might be best for your financial needs.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
Mattress shopping may not seem like the most important or glamorous thing in the world. But the average person sleeps away around a third of their time, making a mattress one of the most used items that you’ll purchase. That doesn’t mean that you should lose sleep over how much you paid for one. In this episode, we break down the best times of year to buy a mattress and well as some tips to keep in mind during the shopping process.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
In a world of investing where the cost of commissions have been slashed to free (or nearly free). Choosing the right brokerage becomes more heavily focused on features, functionality, products and customer service. In this episode we take a look at the pros and cons of Ally Invest. Breaking down their product selection, platform functionality and the ways they make money despite having no commissions, so that you can decide if it’s the right brokerage for your investing needs.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
When you’re just getting started in the investing world, there are many myths and misconceptions that get thrown around about what the new investor should and shouldn’t do. The reality today is that the former high barrier to entry to the investing world, has been totally torn down. With avenues and options for even the smallest retail investors to gain exposure to nearly any asset class. In this episode we break down four common myths about investing with low capital, and why they are just plain wrong.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
Real estate investing is traditionally seen as a stable investing strategy for portfolio diversification and growing wealth over time. However it is also an extremely expensive form of investing, seemingly only to those who already have large amounts of capital. In this episode we take a look at the pros, cons and products offered by Fundrise. A real estate investment platform, toting themselves as a way for investors to add real estate exposure to their portfolio for as little as $500.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
Let’s be honest, building a budget isn’t nearly as fun as binge watching your favorite TV show, and it can be a little painful to nit-pick how you spend every dollar. However, it’s one of the foundations to a healthy financial future. In this episode we breakdown the importance of budgeting, why you need it and how it can totally transform your money situation.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
You’ve found your partner for life and you’re ready to propose. You’ve figured out how much you should spend on an engagement ring and done your research on the 4C’s of diamond shopping. The only thing left is to figure out where to buy the ring. In this episode we take a look at online diamond retailer James Allen to determine what they offer customers and why they’ve earned their positive reputation.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
One of the pillars to a solid financial foundation is having money set aside in case of an emergency. No one wants to think that a financial emergency will happen to them, but the unfortunate reality is that it can at any time (and probably at the worst possible time). That’s why it's important to be prepared. We’ve put together two calculators so help narrow down how much you should have set aside and how to effectively save up to meet that goal. This episode breaks down how the calculators work, what the 50/20/20 rules is and the importance of an emergency fund.
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https://www.creditdonkey.com/emergency-fund-calculator.html
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
If you woke up tomorrow with an extra $10,000 in your bank account, what would you do with it? Investing in the stock market may be the first thought that comes to mind, but is that the best move for your financial health? In this episode we discuss the possibilities for how to wisely invest $10,000 to make it grow for your financial future.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
When beginning their financial journey most people start out with only a checking and basic savings account. While it may not seem as flashy as the stock market, choosing a bank that correctly fits your financial needs is a pretty critical choice since it will be your financial home base. In this episode we share a beginners guide for how to choose a bank that meets your needs and banking preferences.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
You’ve found your partner for life and you’re ready to propose. You’ve figured out how much you should spend on an engagement ring and done your research on the 4C’s of diamond shopping. The only thing left is to figure out where to buy the ring. In this episode we take a look at online diamond retailer Blue Nile to determine what they offer customers and what their shopping experience is like.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
You met the love of your life and you’re ready to pop the question. You’ve got the perfect proposal all planned out but now, you need to find the perfect ring without bankrupting yourself. In this episode, we breakdown how much you should really spend on an engagement ring and why the “two rules” of shopping for one don’t apply to everyone.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
Most everything today is done online, and banking is no different. But what if your bank existed solely online? How would that even work? In this episode we take a look at the online only CIT Bank. Known for their high-yield savings products, we break down what financial products CIT Bank offers customers as well as the pros and cons of not having physical locations.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.
How can you use $100 to make a positive impact on your future finances? It may seem like a low number for an investment. But with the right intentions and careful planning, even a small amount of money can position you for better long term financial health. In this episode we break down the top 10 best ways to invest $100 now, to pay dividends for your future.
Financial wellness doesn’t have to be intimidating. CreditDonkey Radio helps you level up your financial health with smart, practical content. Designed to improve your financial literacy for now and the future. For more content like this and for a deeper dive into the topics we cover, make sure to check out www.creditdonkey.com.