Budgeting. Many people have come to fear the word. When you think of budgeting, missing out on nights out, eating rice and beans, or couponing might come to mind. Or you may think of receipts, cash envelopes, and endless budgeting meetings with your partner. Is there a way to make budgeting less painful? Or, better […]
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There is something awesome about being ahead financially. You’re less stressed, you have more options, and things don’t feel as rushed. I’ve gone through my life with ups and downs when it comes to money management. Sometimes I am financially confident and other times it feels like expenses just keep piling on. I used to […]
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For anyone who has taken an in interest in personal finance, you’ve likely considered how living a frugal life might lower your monthly expenses. And it’s true. In theory, the idea of spending less leaves you with more money in savings at the end of the month. But is frugality really worth it? In many, […]
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If you’re in a relationship you’re probably no stranger to the following questions: How do you manage money with your spouse? What’s the “right” way to combine finances? (Is there a “right” way??) How do you get on the same page with your partner? Unfortunately, there isn’t a one-stop shop for how to manage finances […]
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There is never a shortage of good deals offered on Black Friday. Electronics, clothing, gifts items, and even cars are offered at steep discounts. But aside from finding holiday gifts for your friends and family, Black Friday is also the perfect time to find deals for wedding supplies. While most stores have not yet announced […]
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Millennials constantly get a bad rap. On a recurring basis you see news headlines talking about things millennials aren’t doing or what they’ve apparently ruined. If you go by what news headlines tell you, then millennials are all narcissistic and irresponsible, unable to be a proper adult. We get blamed for a lot of things. […]
Read More >>10 Free Things You Can do to Improve Your Finances
The journey to improving your finances can be difficult and confusing at times. We all want to feel more confident in our money management, but figuring out a way to consistently improve yourself can be challenging. Improving your finances is something we should all be doing. Doing so creates confidence that helps you excel in […]
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Do you feel like you are constantly stuck in a financial rut? Maybe you are living paycheck to paycheck, or maybe you just never seem to be able to build up a savings or pay off debt. What do you have to do to get ahead? There are many reasons why you may not be […]
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One of the biggest lies you’ll hear about eating healthy is that it’s going to be expensive. After all, your health is your wealth; how can you work and make money when you are suffering from headaches, back pain, weak immune systems, and other uncomfortable conditions? Although it’s true that your health definitely is an […]
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For most people nowadays, your smartphone is with you wherever you go. You check it dozens of times per day for messages, emails, and using apps. We like being in the know at all times of the day and viewing in on things when it’s convenient. When it comes to managing our money, we hold […]
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