Net worth. Those two little words seem to at some point become a huge part of what we do. That is, unless you’re a bum or something. But as usual, I’m referring to the average worker. On a super high level, it’s just the difference between your assets and liabilities (some of you are walking liabilities..admit it). This number, your net worth, gives you a rough estimate of where you stand financially.

The Fed does a massive survey every few years and one of the reports if the net worth report, divided up by age groups and other factors. The current one is not yet published, but there is one from 2004 that can serve as a general comparison point.
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Today is EvolveMe.org’s first birthday! Hoora! One year and still kickin. Thanks to everyone who still reads this blog. I hope to see more comments and interaction for the second year. We have a few new faces on the team, so it should be interesting stuff coming up.

There is a high likelihood that you’ll be getting married (if you haven’t already). Although the percentage of married people is declining, it’s still well over 50%. The rate of marriages is 7.5 per 1,000 total population, according to the CDC. Given that, you better prep yourself for a wedding.

While the cost of a wedding can run anywhere from $18 (lowest cost of a marriage license, depending on state) to million$$, it would be smart to plan out a budget. Read More

I just wanted to welcome Daron to EvolveMe.org. Daron is a good friend of mine and maid of honor at my wedding, no less. Any way, I’m hoping she’ll be writing on topics that I don’t think about or have experience in. Hoora!