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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
You’ve probably heard about the historically high inflation rates hitting the U.S. right now, leading to rising prices of gas, groceries and even home utility bills. In essence, you’re paying more for the exact same goods and/or services (cue the sad trombone). But inflation also has long-term consequences that might not seem obvious at first... Continue Reading →
Ready to edit your credit? Your credit score can be the deciding factor for many big moments in your life: when you want to buy your first home, refinance your car or send little Timmy off to college. Whenever you need to borrow money, your credit score will likely come into play. If you are... Continue Reading →
One of the biggest adulting moves you can make? Working on your money. From budgeting to investing, financial planning is a holistic effort you can use to make your long-term goals a reality. But there’s one part of financial planning that’s often overlooked: credit scores. Credit scores can make or break your financial goals. Years... Continue Reading →
It’s time to talk about everyone’s favorite topic – credit scores. Okay, maybe it’s not as exciting as the comeback of Crocs, but credit scores are still a big part of your financial life. Your credit rating can affect your ability to purchase a home or car, or even to get a credit card. If... Continue Reading →
Scared to open your investment statements lately? I don’t blame you. Stock markets have dropped precipitously over the summer, inflation is on the rise, and, with the Federal Reserve announcement of the highest interest rate increase since 1994, big purchases are looking more expensive than ever. But before you despair, there is a silver lining... Continue Reading →
