A fool and his money are soon parted. This quote by Benjamin Franklin is the perfect slogan for our blog. The saying dates back to colonial times when paper currency was first introduced and has been a successful marketing slogan ever since. It applies very well to our site because we have several of the top experts on various subjects and it is our mission to show you how to make better money decisions before it’s too late. We have a number of different articles that cover everything from finance, business and politics.
You can’t take it with you
When you die, your money dies with you. You can’t take it with you. But there are ways to make sure it goes to the people and causes that matter most to you.
Here are four ways to ensure your money goes where you want:
1. Name a beneficiary on your accounts
Naming a beneficiary on your assets is one of the most important things you can do to protect your loved ones after death. This is especially true if you have a joint bank account or investments in someone else’s name, such as a child or grandchild. Without naming a beneficiary, these assets would go into probate, which means they’d be controlled by the state (not necessarily who you want).
And without naming an executor, no one would know how to access those funds or how much was in them until they were probated meaning that nobody could get any money out of them until then either.
2. Create an estate plan that includes a living trust
A living trust is different from other types of trusts because it allows for more flexibility and privacy than a will does plus it avoids court-supervised probate altogether when it comes time for distribution of assets according to its terms.
All the world’s a stage
This is one of Shakespeare’s most famous quotes, and it probably sounds familiar because it’s been quoted so many times. But what exactly does it mean?
The quote is from As You Like It, a comedy by William Shakespeare. The main character Rosalind says this to Ganymede when they’re talking about life in general. She tells him that people put on different “masks” throughout their lives: when they’re at work or at school, when they’re with their friends or family, when they’re around strangers even when interacting with themselves.
In fact, she says that everyone wears masks every day: we pretend to be someone else instead of being ourselves. And this isn’t necessarily bad we use these masks for different reasons and in different situations. But sometimes we forget that our true selves are behind these masks and not everyone can see past them.
A stitch in time saves nine
- The early bird catches the worm.
- A penny saved is a penny earned.
- Every dog has his day.
- The early bird catches the worm.
- It’s never too late to learn.
- You can’t teach an old dog new tricks.
Absence makes the heart grow fonder
It’s a common saying that has been around for many centuries, but does it have any truth to it? The answer is yes. Being away from someone can actually make you more attracted to them.
Normally, when two people are together, we can get used to each other and take their qualities for granted. For example, if you’re with your friend every day and spend hours talking on the phone with him or her, eventually you might stop noticing all of their good qualities.
However, when you’re apart from someone, not only do you miss them but you also have time to think about all of their positive attributes and how much they mean to you. This makes your feelings stronger than ever before!
A penny saved is a penny earned
The old adage “a penny saved is a penny earned” has been used for centuries by wise people to remind us that money matters. It’s easy to spend money on things like coffee, lunch and even candy bars, but you might be surprised at how quickly those small purchases add up.
That said, it’s also important to remember that saving money doesn’t mean you have to live like a monk or deprive yourself of things you love. It’s all about balancing your needs with your wants and making sure that you’re living within your means not spending more than what you earn!
There are several ways that you can save money in your daily life:
- Get rid of cable TV and go with streaming services such as Hulu or Netflix instead (you’ll save hundreds of dollars per year).
- Buy used clothes from thrift stores or consignment shops instead of buying them new (you’ll save hundreds per year).
- Turn off lights when you leave rooms or go to sleep at night (you’ll save hundreds of dollars per year).
- Use energy-efficient appliances in your home (you
You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink
If you’re a business owner and have ever lent money to a friend or family member, then you know that it’s not always easy to get it back.
No matter how much you ask and plead, you may never get your cash back. That’s because people who borrow money often don’t have the same sense of urgency to repay their debts as someone who is being paid interest on a loan would.
And that’s why I say you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink.
Conclusion
You’ve no doubt heard that old phrase “A fool and his money are soon parted” before. The message behind it is applicable to more than just monetary transactions. If you blindly accept the claims of organizations or companies without critical analysis, you’ll likely be disappointed in the long run. Always do your research and don’t base your judgment on price alone. The cheapest product isn’t always best for you, and neither are the most expensive ones.
