Wednesdays are all about personal finance here at Abnormal Returns. You can check out last week’s links including a look at why the gap between your net worth and liquid net worth matters.
Quote of the Day
"The emotional nightmare and constant worrying of “am I going to be okay” is much worse than looking at your bank accounts every so often. Even if you’re in rough shape, at least you know where you stand and can work on improving."
(Tim Mullooly)
Pandemic
- The pandemic is doing a number on people's retirement savings. (morningstar.com)
- The pandemic represents an opportunity to reset a lot of things in your life: don't waste it. (allaboutyourbenjamins.com)
- Since the pandemic hit, attempted credit card fraud has surged. (wsj.com)
- Six things to do if you get laid off. (fastcompany.com)
Savings
- Take the 'latte factor' seriously but not literally. (monevator.com)
- Want to get richer? Get off the hedonic treadmill. (ritholtz.com)
Personal finance
- Easier early access to retirement funds leaves Americans vulnerable. (marketwatch.com)
- Uncertainty shouldn't prevent you from taking advantage of today's 529 contribution benefits. (morningstar.com)
- Why you should plan for a long retirement by taking care of your health. (evidenceinvestor.com)
- How worried should state and city employees be about their future benefits? (tonyisola.com)
