Joe Wong

I'm the founder of PoketheJoe, a site dedicated to teaching ambitious youngsters (like me) how to win at personal finances and career. Fun facts: used to lion dance in college, can speak 3 languages (sort of), can lift 400 lbs, once ate a chicken head.

Where Does The Money Go When You Buy A Stock?

When you buy a stock, it seems like your money disappears into the ether and you are left with some…

4 years ago

Why Is It Important To Save Money At A Young Age?

When it comes to saving money, a lot of youngsters think of saving as something for older people who want…

4 years ago

What To Do If Someone Is Not Giving Your Money Back

Got a friend who owes you money that always seems to “forget” to pay you back? It happens.  If you’re…

4 years ago

Why is Budgeting Important? 5 Reasons Why

Budgeting, budgeting, budgeting.  You hear it everywhere you hear any personal finance advice, whether that be from your parents, your…

4 years ago

Is It Ethical To Invest In The Stock Market?

Is it ethical to invest in the stock market? For most stock investors, this might be a question that never…

4 years ago

Brutally Honest Huel Review: Is Huel a Good Meal Replacement?

Are you getting tired of having to choose between eating out or spending time and energy cooking your own food?…

4 years ago

Do You Have To Cash In Savings Bonds When They Mature?

Savings bonds are a really old-fashioned form of investing. You can buy savings bonds now and earn a fixed interest…

4 years ago

Do I Have To Pay Tax On Stocks If I Sell And Reinvest?

Stocks are a great way to invest your money. At an average rate of return of 12% per year, it’s…

4 years ago

How Long Do You Have To Hold A Stock To Get The Dividend?

I get it. You heard about buying dividend stocks as a way to get some passive income. Now you’re wondering…

4 years ago

23 Simple Ways to Save Money for College Students

College is expensive. Nothing new about that. But that doesn't mean you can throw up your hands and say "Well…

4 years ago