Hi! Welcome to the Lasso blog. We’re glad you’re here! The team behind Lasso is passionate about building cool, simple tools to solve complex problems. Our goal? To offer the tools and resources that make it easier for people to build wealth We come from the finance and tech worlds and have seen firsthand how... Continue Reading →
6 Year-end Budgeting Tips to Make the Most of Your Money in 2023
The end of the year is the busiest season for many – but that doesn’t mean your finances can take a back seat to your busy schedule. Between your holiday celebrations and libations, it’s important to make time to review your budget. We’ve rounded up our top tips for your budget to help you round... Continue Reading →
4 Reasons Why People Choose to Work with Financial Advisors
Do you ever feel like you’re handling your finances all alone? Trying to budget for the month while also juggling retirement funding? Sometimes it would be nice to have someone in your corner to help make the big decisions and parse through all the financial jargon (what’s the difference between a Traditional and Roth IRA... Continue Reading →
What Makes the Stock Market Go Down?
Wouldn’t investing be so much easier if you knew when the market would go up and down? The experts would agree with you – but also tell you that it’s just not possible. While you can’t know how your investments will play out, you can look at stock market trends to get an idea of... Continue Reading →
How to Find an Advisor Using Lasso
Did you know that, on average, people who work with financial advisors can get returns that are about 3% better than those who go it alone – even after accounting for the advisor’s fees and expenses? While 3% might not sound huge in theory, if you have $1 million in assets, that’s an extra $30,000... Continue Reading →
The Value of Working with an Advisor
Financial advisors can seem intimidating, and maybe you’re under the impression that advisors are reserved for only the ultra-wealthy. In reality, nearly anyone can benefit from working with a financial professional. If you’re wondering what value a financial advisor can bring to the table, you’re not alone. Read on to discover how an advisor can... Continue Reading →
How Can You Add Value to Your House? 5 Home Improvements That Are Worth the Cost
You bought your new home and spent the first few months basking in the shiny newness of it all. You unpacked your belongings and hung your artwork and it’s really starting to feel like yours. But as time passes, those little fix-it things start popping up here and there. Is the mailbox crooked? Was that... Continue Reading →
Which Type of Home Loan is Right For You?
If you’re like most millennials, you probably hope to own your own home one day. Imagine it now: Walls painted any shade you want, enough cupboard space for your growing mug collection, and your li’l fur baby won’t have to pay pet rent anymore. Your own home is a dream come true – but getting there... Continue Reading →
Credit Cards 101: How to Make the Most of Your Wallet
As you round out your financial toolbox, there’s one important asset you don’t want to miss: credit cards. Often, credit cards are seen as the big, bad boogeyman of personal finance – we’ve all heard those horror stories about people who wind up in massive debt from credit cards. However, used correctly, credit cards can... Continue Reading →
I’ve Got My Emergency Fund – Now What?
For many, an emergency fund is a great way to begin your savings journey. It’s a catch-all in case something unexpected occurs with your home, health or vehicle. Whatever stage of life you’re in, from your college days to your retirement years, a savings fund offers ease of mind as you go about your life. ... Continue Reading →
How to Budget for Your (or Your Kid’s) Wedding
Getting hitched? Ready to party it up with the love of your life for the rest of your life? A wedding is a special day for both you and your loved ones – a chance for families to come together in celebration of something really special: you. In all the fun and excitement, it’s easy... Continue Reading →