With dozens of different television shows based on the subject, it seems like just about anyone can handle a fixer upper. But before you dive right in and purchase the worst house on the block, there are some things you should consider. Fixer uppers are a lot of work – more work than most people […]
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As a financial writer, I’ve had the opportunity to try out dozens of different budgeting strategies throughout the years. Whether it’s digital tracking systems, spreadsheets, or even paper methods, I’ve tried it all. While some were total flops, there were several systems I tested that worked for me. Eventually, I narrowed down my budgeting strategy […]
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If you are someone who has strong teaching skills and want to share your knowledge with others, tutoring is a great way to make extra cash on the side. Heck, if you find the right opportunities, there’s no reason why tutoring couldn’t be your full-time gig. One of the hardest parts of tutoring is finding […]
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If you are a personal finance fiend, you may be familiar with both the debt avalanche and the debt snowball method of paying off debt. But if you’re not familiar, that’s okay. In short, both methods are strategies people use to pay off their debt, fast. In the debt avalanche, you pay down your highest-interest […]
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I’m always looking for ways to save money on travel. One way I’ve saved thousands of dollars over the past few years is through credit card rewards. Airline credit cards are a great way to get free flights, but hotel and transportation costs are where it gets a bit more difficult. Thankfully there is currently […]
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As college tuition rates continue to climb, more people are using 529 plans than ever before. You may be wondering what a 529 plan is. Simply put, a 529 plan is a tax-advantaged savings account that can be used to pay for qualified educational expenses. While most states allow you to save up to $300,000 […]
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Are you interested in working remotely? Many people desire to work-from-home to be able to avoid a commute, take care of kids or pets, or simply to avoid working in an office every day. Working remotely also allows people to live wherever they want and to work from a different location daily. According to the […]
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We all know that budgeting and putting money away in an emergency fund are necessary to maintain your financial health. But what happens if you still need cash quickly? Maybe you were hit with major car repair bills, or you just want to sock a few extra bucks away for your upcoming vacation. Whatever the […]
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Target is one of the most popular stores in the country. They are well-known for their store cleanliness, friendliness, and general offerings. But if you’re anything like me, you tend to overspend while shopping at Target – they just always have more things you think you need! To save money, here are 7 hacks to […]
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It isn’t easy to get out of debt quickly when you have a small income. But it’s far from impossible. No matter how small your income or how big your debt, it is possible to be debt free. You just have to be honest with yourself, work consistently, and not give up. Here are 7 […]
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