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Blockchain vs Crypto: where to invest
First: understand the difference between blockchain and cryptocurrency. Then: decide what you'd like to do about it when it comes to your money.
Step One: How to Start Setting Financial Goals
For most of you, paying bills on time is something you don’t worry about. Thankfull, you may have some money building up in your accounts. When your basic needs are met and paid for, then what?
Risk Tolerance is BS
Risk tolerance is an archaic way to determine how you should be invested. With a goals-based approach, you can use investing to make your money work harder for you.
Financial infidelity is real
48% of couples have lied to their partner about money. At the risk of sounding like your high school health teacher, don’t be another number.
3 reasons to stop obsessing over market performance
It's easy to get caught up in what the market is doing, but stop it already! Here are 3 reasons why it's pointless to compare your portfolio to the market.
What to do with your 401(k)
The 2 keys you can’t forget when it comes to your 401(k) - plus how to recover from leaving your old one behind.
What is the Stash Plan: The financial plan for millennials
Financial plans are the first step to getting your financial [sh*t] together. The good news for you? We built our planning experience perfectly for the young professional.
Traditional vs Roth IRA
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) offer incredible tax benefits, but choosing between Traditional and Roth can be a game-changer. Discover which IRA aligns with your financial goals and maximize your retirement nest egg.
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.
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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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