Understanding Your Paycheck: Decoding Deductions & Net Pay
Explains gross vs. net pay, common deductions (income tax, social security/payroll taxes, health insurance, retirement contributions), and how they impact take-home pay.
Explains gross vs. net pay, common deductions (income tax, social security/payroll taxes, health insurance, retirement contributions), and how they impact take-home pay.
Highlights platforms that track carbon footprints of purchases, offer sustainable investment options, or facilitate green loans, aligning finance with environmental values.
Covers tracking income/expenses, setting aside money for quarterly estimated taxes, common business deductions, and retirement savings plans like Solo 401(k)s or SEP IRAs.
Discusses budgeting for premiums/deductibles, understanding health insurance options, the benefits of HSAs (if applicable), and saving for unexpected medical bills.
Explores how commodities can act as an inflation hedge, their volatility, different ways to invest (ETFs, futures), and their role in a diversified portfolio.
Discusses joint vs. separate accounts, setting shared financial goals, communication strategies, and handling disagreements about spending or saving.
Explains short-term vs. long-term disability, key policy features (definition of disability, benefit period, elimination period), and why it's crucial for income protection.
Covers checking your report, disputing errors, managing credit utilization, payment history impact, and strategies for building credit responsibly.
Explains what happens without a plan, the role of wills, different types of trusts (revocable, irrevocable), and the importance of power of attorney for finances/healthcare.