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The pros and cons of DIY investing
There is a right and a wrong way to DIY invest. Ensure you avoid these pitfalls and take advantage of easy optimizations.
What to do if you haven’t avoided credit card debt; no matter what size
Pay off debt or invest? We have the quick and dirty answer along with two strategies to get you out of the hole with that credit card debt.
So your company won’t let you use a robo-advisor
Non-discretionary investment management is easier to find than you think.
How to Give Away Your Money
This article spills the tea on why young professionals are dropping dough on charity. It's not just about feeling good; there's a sweet tax break involved too. So, if you're ready to do some good and save some cash, this article is your guide.
Top 10 Stash Plan Goals of 2023
HENRYs (High Earners Not Rich Yet) make good money and they want something to show for it. This is what our HENRYs are spending their money on this year.
Financial conversations for couples
Bringing up money is awkward. And when you’re with someone, you’re with their family too. Now put in-laws and money together and that’s one (potentially) very awkward scenario.
3 things to do before you start investing
Nothing is worse than fooling yourself into thinking you’re making progress when you might actually be going in reverse. So what should you do to start investing?
How to use a credit card like an adult
Using a credit card like an adult can be done in 3 simple steps. Following these gets you one step closer to Deadbeat (that’s a good thing) and further away from the insane amount of credit card debt the average American is carrying.
What to do with an old 401(k)
You’re on to bigger and better – but what do you do with your old 401k? We’re breaking it down step by step.
Saver married to a spender – can it work?
Opposites attract - it’s a tale as old as time. But can they actually work if one is a saver and one is a spender? This is how you accomplish your goals as a team, regardless of your financial personality.
Why paid college athletes should create an LLC
If you’re getting paid as a college athlete, take a page out of professional athlete's books and create an LLC. It’s a legitimate option now. Here's how.
The cost of financial planning
A lot of people assume financial plans and advisors are reserved for the super-rich. And, honestly, most of them are. But the cost of financial planning for those in the 1% looks a lot different than it does for HENRYs.
Wealth Manager vs. Financial Advisor
What’s the difference between a financial advisor and a wealth manager? The short answer is: there isn’t one.
How to know if you’re a HENRY (High Earner Not Rich Yet)
HENRYs (High Earners Not Rich Yet) make good money, but they don’t have much to show for it. We detail the recurring themes of HENRYs to help you discover if you fit the bill.
Social Security? Don’t count on it.
The news of a social security crisis has most Americans concerned. But having your [financial] sh*t together means that by the time you’re 62, you won’t need social security.
Why You Shouldn’t Choose an IRRA
We won’t just tell you choosing an IRRA over an IRA is a mistake - we’re going to explain WHY it’s a mistake.
Take advantage of student loan cancellation
If Biden's student loan cancellation passes, you'll have a big weight off your shoulders. Here are 5 1/2 ways to use the money you'll save.
Socially Responsible Investing – is it all smoke and mirrors?
One of the most important things to recognize when it comes to socially responsible investing is that there’s no “right way” to build your portfolio.
You’re wrong about ESG investing
ESG investing is great in ideation but, at least for now, could not be poorer in execution. But there are ways you can use your money to help.
Why banks collapse. And why it doesn’t matter.
There are a multitude of reasons that a financial institution might fail, but very few are cause for widespread panic. The best thing you can do when a bank collapses…is nothing.
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Articles by Priya Malani
Priya Malani
Founder & CEO, Stash Wealth
Priya Malani is an industry thought-leader and money expert for HENRYs [High Earners, Not Rich Yet]. Her relatable, no bullsh*t style has garnered attention from the largest media outlets in the country such as Forbes, Wall Street Journal, Refinery29, Business Insider, ABC News, Nerdwallet and more. Read More >
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