What are you afraid of this Halloween? Forget ghosts and goblins. According to a report released last year by Bank of America’s Merrill Edge, there’s a 55% chance you fear not having enough money in retirement (versus 37% for losing your job and 25% for gaining weight). Continue reading “What’s Really Scaring Us This Halloween”
When I was a little kid, I used to look forward to being able to gorge on all my Halloween candy. It didn’t take long for me to realize what economists call “diminishing marginal utility.” Each additional piece of candy would bring me less pleasure than the last. It would eventually get to the point where eating more candy would only make me feel sick. Continue reading “What Eating Halloween Candy Can Teach Us About Financial Success”
While it seems the Fourth of July is barely in the rear view mirror, we’re already on the verge of Halloween. This holiday is a particular favorite with kids, so many parents are willing to let cost go out the window when shopping for supplies. But with some common sense and a bit of planning, you can create a memorable All Hallow’s Eve without killing your bank account. Continue reading “6 Ways to Save on Halloween Expenses This Year”
