Fact Check: Gold is a Hedge Against Inflation

Fact Check: Gold is a Hedge Against Inflation

Online discussions, financial websites, investment companies, news articles and many other sources either correlate the two or directly state that gold is a hedge against inflation. Unfortunately, research from academics and other experts paints a much different picture about investing […]

Credit Reporting and Consumer Credit Scoring

Credit Reporting and Consumer Credit Scoring

Overview Credit reports and scores are being used for many decisions such as credit determination and pricing; insurance pricing; government licenses; and employment. It is important for you to check your reports to identify errors and detect fraud. It is […]

Money 101: Classroom and Home Activities for Young Kids

Money 101: Classroom and Home Activities for Young Kids

Children in elementary school can learn about money through fun activities in the classroom or at home. Below are several activities and games to teach money concepts to young kids. Clip It Use coupons and the change from around your […]

Personal Finance Podcasts

Personal Finance Podcasts

The Money Guy Show This show his hosted by two fee only, fiduciary financial planners, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson. They post new episodes every few days and the content tends to be geared towards people with beginner to intermediate […]

Mental Health Review: Student Loan Stress

Mental Health Review: Student Loan Stress

Overview In America, the average cost of tuition and fees has gone from $2,600 at a public college or university in 1976 to $9650 in 2016, according to College Board. We are seeing rising costs of education including tuition, fees, […]

LGTBTQ Housing Guide

LGTBTQ Housing Guide

Overview Although recent landmark court decisions in the United States have enabled LGBTQ couples to marry, and anti-discrimination laws are being promoted by many, there is still discrimination in the United States against LGBTQ individuals, couples, and families. The American […]