It apparently takes $2.4 million to be considered rich in America. Unfortunately, not many of us are there yet. Adam Auriemma, Editor-in -Chief at Money joins Your Cheddar to discuss how people can commit to building wealth in the new year...and maybe start their journey to becoming "rich."
Auriemma says that in order to hold yourself accountable you should sign a contract at Stickk.com. It forces you to input what you've saved and what you have to pay! The fees goes to charity, but it's a great way to always remember to think of your wallet. He also reviews a few bad financial habits people should leave in 2017.
Plus, what will the new tax bill mean for freelancers in the future? Auriemma explains why some may want to set up their businesses as LLCs in order to recieve a higher tax benefit.
Legendary musician Louis Armstrong's many contributions to music and culture are on display at a museum built at his longtime Queens, New York residence. Regina Bain, executive director of the Louis Armstrong House Museum, joined Michelle Castillo and spoke with Cheddar News about the iconic trumpeter, the museum's background and history and displayed some historic artifacts from the musician's past.
With several high-profile divorces of longtime powerful couples in the headlines recently, Cheddar News highlighted the importance of protecting your assets after splitting up. Correspondent Janice Lieberman explained how figuring out finances before signing those papers is a must.
