The Wiser Wealth Blog
Do high growth rates mean high risk?
The conglomerate merger movement occurred in the 1960s. Stock speculators believed that such mergers would result in perpetual, high growth rates. During this decade of increased speculation, fast growth was [...]
Will you receive a child tax credit check?
Starting July 15th through the end of the year, certain households will receive increased checks for their child tax credit. Letters were sent out June 7th notifying those eligible for [...]
6 Things to Consider When Drafting a Will
Most people would be surprised to know that only 32 percent of Americans have a will or other estate-planning document. According to Caring.com, this percentage has been steadily dropping over [...]
The Stock Market Crash of 1929
One of the greatest financial crises in the United States, the stock market crash of 1929, is unique because of the complexity of the crisis. There was not one root [...]
The First Financial Crisis: Tulip Mania
When you hear the words “financial crisis,” the first thing that comes to mind might be the stock market crash of 1929, the 2008 housing bubble, or another significant financial [...]
Inflation Over Time
One of the unfortunate truths about investing is that no matter how much your money grows over time, inflation will always exist to counteract growth. The rate of inflation may [...]
Equal Debt Opportunity – Who’s Winning?
New Way to Become Eligible for Credit Cards The WSJ reported last week that JP Morgan is launching a new program to help those with no credit history become eligible [...]
Two Ways Stocks are Valued
This blog is a part of our new series written by Makenna Cooper, finance student at Berry College. Makenna is our 2021 Summer Intern. This new blog series is based [...]
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