The popularity of podcasts has been on the rise as of late, and for good reason. It’s a new – and some would argue better – way to consume content. Traditionally, reading and being taught in a classroom setting have been the few ways we can learn. Nowadays, it couldn’t be different. We are constantly […]
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Have you had to dip into your emergency fund recently? No worries – that’s what it’s there for. Unfortunately, after working so hard to stock your emergency fund, it can feel demoralizing to have to start over. But if you’ve built an emergency fund once, you can easily do it again. Here is how you […]
Read More >>7 Tools That Will Alleviate Money Stress
Stressed about money? Here’s a secret – you don’t have to be. Money stress is no fun, but it’s common for people to feel stuck in a vicious financial circle. People often don’t have enough income to pay their bills, let alone save. When something major happens, they have to rely on credit cards in […]
Read More >>25 Fun Date Ideas that Aren’t Expensive
Love is in the air and you are making plans to take that special someone out on a date. You are taking the chance to get to know them better, have fun, and maybe find your “happily ever after”. If you want to impress your date, but don’t quite have the funds for a fancy […]
Read More >>5 Ways To Prepare For Buying A Home
Home ownership is viewed as a rite of passage for many in North America. But for many the path to home ownership can be confusing. After all, buying a home isn’t something people do that often, so there are many first-time home buyers. As the housing market fluctuates, the importance of having a solid foundation […]
Read More >>10 Bills You Can Lower to Save Money
Want to better your financial future? You know all the general tips like save more money, pay off debt, start a side hustle to earn extra cash, and spend less. Spending less is vital to long-term financial success. While making more money can certainly help to improve your finances, if your spending rate increases with […]
Read More >>10 Habits to Change to Save Money
We all have a couple of bad habits. People typically do three things in regards to their bad habits – they accept, ignore, or try to change the bad tendency. But what about when your bad habits are costing you money? Some bad habits are more than small idiosyncrasies – they may be costing us […]
Read More >>Why Minimalism Won’t Help Your Finances
Minimalism has gained a lot of popularity recently. It seems like the ultimate way to remove distractions and prioritize what matters most. What is minimalism all about? To put it simply, minimalism is a lifestyle choice where you focus on living with less. It involves reducing the clutter in your life, minimizing distractions, and being […]
Read More >>8 Money Moves to Make after Building an Emergency Fund
If you DON’T already have an emergency fund, don’t worry – read this post about how to create a mini emergency fund in just 1 month! Emergency funds are great. They give you comfort to cover unexpected expenses without wrecking your finances. A sense of peace comes from having an emergency fund. You don’t have […]
Read More >>The Ultimate Personal Finance Checklist (with Free Download)
If you want to get in better physical shape, what do you do? You take proactive steps and carve out time to work out and eat better. Improving your financial health is no different in the sense that it takes action to see results. All that is needed to improve your personal finances is dedication, […]
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