A Recession in 2020? Here are 10 Steps to Thrive
If we’re due for a recession in 2020, don’t just survive, thrive. Here are 10 tips to stay on top and weather the economic storm.
Financial Trends
The No-Buy Challenge to Spend Less… and Save More!
Have you heard of the “no-buy challenge”? In 2019, Prosperity Economics Movement co-founder Kim Butler declared a “no buy year” for clothing and skin care products. At the time, she was unaware of the growing no-buy trend. She was just very aware that she had plenty of clothes and a whole drawer of barely used …
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5 Money Mistakes Even High Earners Make
We hate to see people make costly money mistakes—especially when the financial missteps are preventable, and when those making the mistakes are high earners with the means to do better. In today’s article, we explore the surprising results of a new study—and money mistakes to avoid! It is no surprise that many Americans struggle with …
‘Tis the Season: Holiday Shopping Tips and Trends
“Oh, for the good old days when people would stop Christmas shopping when they ran out of money.” (Author Unknown) The holidays are a time for goodwill, meaningful celebrations, and time with the ones you love. Unfortunately, it’s also a time when some people spend more than they intend, racking up credit card debt or …
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Prosperity Economics: The Solution for Typical Financial Planning
Did you know that the financial planning industry has been around for less than 50 years!? In the span of just a few decades, the industry has had great influence on how people approach their money, where and how they save and invest. Is this a good thing? Well, yes and no. Today, we give …
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How to Protect Your Identity and Personal Financial Information
“Last week, somebody stole my identity. This week, they begged me to take it back!” —Anonymous Chances are, you were affected by Equifax security breach which impacted 143 million Americans, plus some Canadians and Brits with US dealings. The breach reportedly happened on July 29, 2017, although the public was not informed until early September. …
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Women and Wealth: The Winding Road to Prosperity
“When people point out that I am successful in business AND a woman and a mother, I have to wonder why that should come as a surprise or be a fact worth noting.” – Kim D. H. Butler, Financial Author and Advisor What challenges do women face when it comes to money? What must they …
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Money and Happiness: The Surprising Research
“All I ask is the chance to prove that money can’t make me happy.” ~ Spike Milligan Are people who make more money happier? What about people who save more? Can people be happy with very little? And how do your spending habits impact our satisfaction? In this article, we’ll explore the relationship between wealth, …
How Liquid Is the Life Insurance Industry?
After years of low interest rates, is the life insurance industry healthy enough to withstand another economic downturn? Find out in this week’s in-depth article, authored by our friend L. Carlos Lara, reprinted with permission from the Lara-Murphy Report with permission. L. Carlos Lara is CEO of United Services and Trust Corporation, a consulting firm …
The Value of Liquidity: Capitalize On Your Cash!
“Success is where preparation and opportunity meet.” – Bobby Unser, Indianapolis 500 Champion Do you have access to cash on demand? Or are you locking up your assets, or keeping them liquid? The answer may be influencing your prosperity more than you realize. Most investors focus on the ROI (return on investment) of an investment …
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