The other day I was running some errands and flipping through the radio. I stopped the dial once I heard the opening chords to “Band on the Run.” For those…
Author archives: John Rampton
Everything You Need to Know About a Charitable Gift Annuity
I was pleasantly surprised to learn that my alma mater offers a charitable gift annuity. Why did this grab my attention? Well, like any other type of annuity, I would…
How to Make Six Figures Referring Business to Others: Here’s How
If you’re looking to make some extra cash on the side, you should definitely consider referring people to businesses. It is pretty much like free money. For example, over the…
What is a Tax Sheltered Annuity?
Are you employed by an educational institution, church, or nonprofit? If so, there’s a retirement savings program authorized by section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code that allows eligible employees…
How To Track Your New Goals on Your Calendar
We all know the importance of setting goals. But, when was the last time you actually set a new goal? Even if you did this recently, have you been tracking…
I HATE Spending Money: How to Learn to Spend Less and Save More
In the words of Maya Angelou, “Hate, it has caused a lot of problems in this world, but has not solved one yet.” While it’s normal to occasionally have hateful…
Straight Life Annuity Explained in Simple Terms
I recently caught up with my Uncle David at a family wedding. While shooting the breeze, he told me that he had just retired. He reminded me, after all, that…
Set Yourself Up for Financial Success With a Budget Calendar
As you hopefully know, a monthly calendar is an invaluable tool for keeping track of important dates and events. Many of us even rely on calendars to keep our entire…
Robo Money: Best Robo Advisor Apps to Help You Automate Investments
Traditionally, whenever you had a question about money, such as where to park your cash or investment advice, you would turn to a financial advisor. Or, if you were fortunate…
Insanely Easy Ways to Save $500 A Month
We all know the importance of saving. At the same time, it takes a lot of self-discipline and planning to become an incredible supersaver. If you have your sights set…