It is no secret that most Americans are not preparing themselves adequately for retirement. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, less than one third of American people are saving money in an employer-sponsored retirement account. Further, according to the Federal Reserve, the average working American couple has less than $5,000 saved for retirement. […]
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When it comes to flying, I get stressed out. I like the idea of travelling, and I don’t mind travelling for the most part, but the process of flying there has never been enjoyable to me. From packing and making sure I have everything I need, to going through security, to being cramped on a […]
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Moving can be frustrating. Nobody likes having to deal with packing, carrying heavy stuff, and having to adjust to a new setting. I’ve moved several times in the last few years and each time has been a learning experience of what to do and what not to do. As I’ve learned from relocating to different […]
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The path to financial freedom is not easy, and at times, it can become all-consuming. When working towards paying off debt, we can find ourselves with blinders on, and we often forget to have fun along the way. With a little creativity and prioritization, you can still have fun while you’re paying off debt. You […]
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To be honest with you, I used to not have an actual social life. I would wake up at 6 and go to bed at around 11 and work all day. Don’t be like me. The thing about entrepreneurship is that it’s draining, and if you stay there and do that every single day, you’ll […]
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We often like to think we can plan life out. Your job felt great when you first started. Everything seemed possible, your skills were being utilized and you got an income. Now, a few years later, things are different. You’re feeling stressed. Monday mornings are the bane of your existence, you live for the weekends, […]
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We talk a lot about side hustles on Young Adult Money, but we just can’t help ourselves. Side hustles have helped all of us to transform our financial situations drastically and build a desirable lifestyle for ourselves, where we can live with less financial strain. We believe everyone should have a side hustle, not only […]
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When most people think about underemployment, they don’t’ think of it as a good thing. Underemployment means there is a mismatch between your job and your skills and experience. Meaning, you could be making more money and have a more challenging, “better” job. On the surface being underemployed doesn’t seem to have benefits. After all, […]
Read More >>When you’re struggling as an employee, it’s usually because you have an entrepreneurial spirit, and you’re bored to tears performing mechanical tasks that you have no interest in. As a creative person, your joy comes from building things. While some people like the security of simply following orders, others yearn for the opportunity to do […]
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I’m a big supporter of side hustles. Side hustles are powerful. They allow you to reach your financial goals faster. Plus, there is just something rewarding about doing your own thing and making money outside of the traditional 9-5. When it comes to side hustles, there is an abundance of ones to consider. DC wrote […]
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