Flipboard Money MavensStoryboardMoney and the MetaverseCurated byFlipboard Money MavensAs the metaverse becomes more popular, and more and more of our lives are spent online, we will need friction-free ways to pay for virtual goods and services. Citi says the metaverse is an $8-13 trillion market opportunity. These stories explore the early days of money in the metaverse: how to make it, how to learn about it, and what it all means. Plus, meet some people who are already buying and selling virtual land.
Flipboard Money MavensStoryboardMoney & WellnessCurated byFlipboard Money MavensFinancial wellbeing is as important as physical and mental health and yet many people struggle with it. (According to the American Psychological Association, nearly 3 in 4 adults worry about money.) These stories will help improve your relationship with your finances, whether it's being more aware of what you spend and why, being able to talk about money with your partner, or being better about planning for your future.
Flipboard Money MavensStoryboardSaving for CollegeCurated byFlipboard Money MavensKids are expensive on a good day, but with inflation soaring the cost of college can feel especially daunting. Experts say to start saving yesterday, and to consider opening an account like the 529 college savings plan to grow your money for qualified education expenses. And what do you do if you have no funds to spare? There's some advice for that too, plus one city's test of a universal college savings account.
Flipboard Money MavensStoryboardInflation is Crushing Vacation Budgets, but You Can Still Save Curated bySally FrenchInflation is crushing almost all aspects of Americans’ budgets — including their vacations. Prices rose on average 8.5% for the past 12 months ending in March 2022, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. And one major travel expense rose way more than that: March rental car prices skyrocketed 23% year over year.
Flipboard Money MavensStoryboardHow to Budget When Prices are RisingCurated byKimberly PalmerNerdWallet can help you navigate inflation and rising interest rates while keeping your budget (mostly) intact.
Flipboard Money MavensStoryboardHow To Improve Your Money Skills During Financial Literacy MonthCurated byLevi LeidyHow well do you know your money? April is Financial Literacy Month in the U.S. and it's a prime time to focus on financial wellness. Whether you're just starting to save, investing for the future, buying a house or already in retirement, here are the answers to some of the biggest financial questions.
