Infographic: What Should You Do with $10,000?

Maybe you didn’t hit the mega-millions jackpot, but you’ve come into some extra cash. It might be tempting to go out and indulge, but there is probably a better way to spend that money.

In the second installment of this 3-part series, Jennifer Openshaw, America’s Chief Consumer Advocate, Wall Street Journal columnist and CEO of Family Financial Network, is back with advice on what to do with $10,000.

From building an investment portfolio to purchasing reliable transportation, see what she says about how to make sure your financial decisions have a positive impact on your long-term financial well-being.

If you are just catching up on the series, check out Jennifer’s infographic on what you should do with $1,000. The ideas range anywhere from tuning up your car to making a few minor home improvements — even getting certified in yoga instruction.

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Infographic: What Should You Do with $10,000?


Infographic: What Should You Do with $1,000?

Maybe you didn’t hit the mega millions jackpot, but you’ve come into a little extra cash — a bonus, gift, or even a small inheritance.

Sure, $1,000 might be a relatively small amount of money and it’s tempting to go out and splurge on an indulgence, but what if there is a better way to spend that money?

Jennifer Openshaw, America’s Chief Consumer Advocate, Wall Street Journal columnist and CEO of Family Financial Network, is lending her expertise about what you should do with $1,000.

The following infographic explores the best way to spend $1,000 — whether you spend it, invest it, or even grow it.

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Infographic: What Should You Do with $1,000?


Infographic: 80 Years of Financial (de)Regulation in the U.S.

Since the Great Depression in 1929, the U.S. has experienced an assortment of financial catastrophes and victories. How the nation has responded to these events has shaped the financial regulation landscape into what it is today.

The following infographic breaks down the last 80 years of U.S. regulation and deregulation and highlights the industries most affected by the various events.

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Infographic: 80 Years of Financial (de)Regulation in the U.S.