Question: I’m turning 40 soon and I’m planning a “life makeover”. For one, I’ve resolved to eat healthier food and exercise more. I would also like to pay more attention to my finances and see if I’m doing the right thing. Is there a “financial checkup” I can avail of? – Sarah
MANILA, Philippines--What comes to mind when you hear the word "millionaire"? Probably images of the usual suspects--a rich businessman in a pin-striped suit, a politician and his big SUV, a kid who inherited loads of cash from his parents and living it up in the big city, or the most common of all, the CEO-type.
Question: I always seem to be running out of money all the time even before payday comes along. I've tried making a budget before and it does not work. I can't keep to it, and more so now that prices have gone up. I do want to save but how can I do it when there's nothing to set aside? – Marie
MANILA, Philippines--Mutual funds have been pummeled badly in the first six months of the year on all fronts but one: Curiously, Filipino investors aren't going out the exit door in droves--something that industry practitioners have never seen before.
Question: I have two daughters and while they are still in grade school, my wife and I would like to start saving for their college education. We know of friends who got educational plans from companies that went belly up.
Question: My wife and I just got married this year and we’re excited at the prospect of living our lives together. We’re in our 30s already and with good jobs, and we both felt that this is the right time to finally tie the knot. One of our goals now as a couple is to be financially secure. - Arnold
Why take travel insurance if your life insurance policy already provides coverage in case of death? That’s a valid question. However, there are other benefits you might miss if you decide not to get one. Here are a few things to consider.
