Jake Safane

Contributor

Jake Safane is a finance and sustainability writer and content marketer. He has worked as a financial journalist at a division of The Financial Times and as a thought leadership editor at The Economist Group.

Education

B.S. in Broadcast Journalism, Boston University

Expertise in

Banking
Investing
Retirement
Saving & Spending

Where you can find them

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5 Kirkland Signature Items East Coast Retirees Should Stock Up On This Winter

From frigid temperatures in the Northeast to a snowstorm recently hitting Atlanta, winter in the majority of the East Coast has been in full swing. But it's never too late to stock up on winter...

by Jake Safane

I’m a Self-Made Millionaire: Here’s How Much I Keep in My Checking Account

Wondering how much cash millionaires keep in their checking accounts? Discover the smart way to manage your money and maximize your savings.

by Jake Safane

I’m a Florida Native: 3 Financial Reasons I Won’t Retire Here

With its warm weather and lack of state income tax, becoming a Florida retiree is often hailed as one of the most idyllic retirement plans. In fact, Florida is by far one of the top states in the...

by Jake Safane

10 Things You Must Buy on Amazon While on a Retirement Budget

Inflation may be starting to cool down, but many retirees are still living on tight budgets and trying to find ways to get the most out of their retirement income. For You: 4 Groceries Frugal Retirees...

by Jake Safane

5 Things To Stop Wasting Money on in 2025

As another year of relatively high inflation comes to a conclusion, many people are setting New Year's resolutions to cut back on spending in 2025. Yet doing so is easier said than done. To accomplish...

by Jake Safane

I’m in the Upper Middle Class but Still Can’t Afford Some Basics — Here’s Why

Earning a high income might seem like it makes personal finance easy, but especially in areas with a high cost of living, being in the upper middle class can still make it difficult to afford basics...

by Jake Safane

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