One of the common, recurring stressors in life is money. Sometimes expenses and circumstances come out of nowhere and knock us down. Almost everyone goes through difficult financial times at one point or another. In times of rising rents and debt levels, it can feel like an impossible feat to get ahead financially. Remaining optimistic […]
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If you asked me which household expense I felt the most guilty about, I would probably say my grocery bill. There are months when I look back on grocery spending and I’m shocked by the number. So, I did some digging into what the average American spends on groceries, to hopefully make myself feel better…. […]
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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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I have a confession to make. I’m a Minnesotan that dreads the winter. Yep, I said it. As soon as those leaves start to turn and the air gets chilly my palms start to sweat. Except I don’t hate winter for all the reasons you think I do. It’s not because of the black ice, […]
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Ten years ago, working from home was not really an option. Most working individuals had to wake up, get the family ready, and commute to work, regardless of what their job was. Now, working from home is not only realistic, but it’s desirable. Some people like the idea of cutting out their commute entirely, while […]
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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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With the days getting colder and shorter, it’s easy to become unmotivated and unproductive. Especially in areas where it’s freezing cold and all anyone wants to do is sit inside, watch Netflix, and hibernate, the months can pass by with little to show for. But if you’re like me, you have goals you want to […]
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At Young Adult Money, we frequently cover how to make more money through side hustles. But what if the side income just isn’t enough? One way to increase your paycheck is, of course, to ask for a raise. And the truth is, you probably deserve one. Less than half of working Americans ever even ask […]
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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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