Cable TV can cost some serious money. Depending on the package and number of cable boxes, you could be spending $150 to $200+ per month. That’s $1,800 to $2,400 a year! I was one of the first of my friends to “cut the cord” and significantly cut my cable bill to less than half. In…
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Hey, I'm Adam. I started Wonder of Compounding in 2021 to help others learn about financial literacy and achieve their financial goals. I’m a lifelong student and eternal optimist with a passion for investing, technology and entrepreneurship. I’ve worked in the financial services industry for more than a decade. In 2008, I earned my Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology and in 2015, I received my MBA from New York University.
How To Buy a House With Bad Credit
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD’s) Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R) states that “for many Americans, owning a home is an essential part of the American dream that conveys a number of economic benefits, such as the ability to accumulate wealth and access credit by building home equity, reduce housing costs…
How to Figure Out Your Worth and Get Paid Fairly
In Oct 2021, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Jobs Opening and Labor Turnover Summary report that showed the number of job openings at over 10 million – a record. From “Help Wanted” signs to farewell emails from employees moving on to new adventures, employers are scrambling to fill positions as the economy…
Open Enrollment – Getting the Most from Your Employer Benefits
During September through December, many employers hold an annual open enrollment period to sign up for the next year’s benefits. Many people blindly copy what they did the previous year but you should use the open enrollment period to better educate yourself on your employer’s benefits package. If your company or organization sent you any…
How to Buy a House For First Time Homebuyers: Step by Step Guide
How to Buy a House for First Time Homebuyers in 14 Steps The home buying process might seem like a daunting task. A house is probably the most expensive purchase that you’re ever going to make in your life and there are lots of steps involved. The following is a guide how to buy a…
It Starts with a Budget…
Throughout life, it’s good to create a budget and track what’s coming in and what’s going out. A budget is a financial plan that shows income and expenses over a period of time. Budgeting might sound boring but it’s very important and the starting point for personal finance. In order to achieve your financial goals,…