The economy is in shambles. Companies and, in some cases, entire industries are going under. What does this mean for you, your investments, your job, your income? Let’s discuss some of the possible economic areas yet to fall that might be likely. Let’s also discuss the best way to survive and even thrive during this time.

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During a time of economic uncertainty and a bear market, there are many things to worry about. Nothing should be as high of a priority as keeping your job. Your income is everything and you must do everything you can to keep it. Here are some tips to ensure you keep your job during a recession.

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I just filled up my SUV. I paid under $2.40 a gallon. Not too long ago, I was paying over $4.00. I’m spending about $30 less per fill up than I was a few months ago. This is great for consumers. What are you doing with the extra cash you have due to the drop in gasoline prices?

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Investing is a tricky game. Anyone with stock market exposure over the last few months, which is just about everybody, will definitely agree that investing is not as easy as some would like to believe (especially during bull markets). Today, I’m going to talk about the most important thing you can do if you are an investor or looking to become an investor.

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The recent financial crisis in our country has truly revealed the dangers of too much debt in our society, both on the individual and corporate level. While our government seemingly can print money to continue its highly leveraged way of operating, individuals cannot. The level of debt in our country is at dangerous levels and we have just begun to see some of the dangerous results of it.

The housing mess is a large result of individuals borrowing too much money and then not being able to afford the payments. Creative mortgages and home equity lines of credit all fueled a housing boom that left individuals with crushing levels of debt. This is only one aspect of our economy, but is a gloomy example of our attitude towards debt.

Unfortunately for those in their 20s, this appetite for debt is very present and in some cases, even higher than the rest of the population. In this post, I want to take a hard look at the causes of debt for people in their 20s and some solutions to get out from under the crushing weight of debt.

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I’m pretty fed up with the way our country is being led. Maybe it is the result of a perfect storm of an economic crisis combined with the typical empty political rhetoric that comes with an election. Or maybe it’s business as usual for our country. I’ll let you decide for yourself.

So, what am I so fed up with? Well, today, I’ll focus on three areas and the leadership correlated to each of them: housing, taxes and the stock market.

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As a just turned 26 year old, I have a pretty good start in comparison to most when it comes to saving money for my future, whether that future is retirement or just a lifestyle to be enjoyed later in life. I have been pretty diligent and proactive since joining the work force after graduating college to where I’ve already saved up some money and am well on my way to investing. As I’ve said many times, starting in your 20s (and then continuing through your life) can truly make building wealth and having a nice retirement fund almost certain. Let’s take this even further… starting in college, even as young as 18 years old, pretty much guarantees riches later in life.

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Today, I’m fed up. I’m fed up with our government and our fiscal policy. We now officially live in a country where it doesn’t pay to be personal and financially responsible. We have learned that it is acceptable to be completely irresponsible because our huge government will simply bail you out.

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The current market is ugly. Most investors are losing money. However, if you are a new or a young investor, you shouldn’t be troubled by today’s market. You should be encouraged because you have better entry points. You do not want to start investing at a high time in the market which is usually what everyone does. Then stocks correct and the new investors pull their money out. The result is a loss and a short lived investing career.

So, today, I am going to look at a simple approach to where I’d put five grand right now. This advice is targeted towards young investors or new investors, but may be helpful to anyone.

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The focus of this blog is to help 20-somethings start the wealth building process in their 20s. This process should start now, not down the road when your plan to make more money. It is imperative to start as soon as possible if you want to hit your financial goals. Let’s look at five ways you can start the wealth building process immediately.

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