Housing costs are one of the most expensive parts of any budget. In fact, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average person spends 37 percent of their take-home pay on housing-related expenses – ouch. Whether you’re looking to pay off debt, save for retirement, or simply more wiggle room in paying the […]
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Are you thinking of booking a flight on United Airlines and wondering “how can I save money on this flight?” If so, you’re a lot like me. I try to save money on every purchase I make. This might give you visions of extreme couponing, where people dumpster dive for coupons and spend countless hours […]
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If you have a blog or plan on starting a blog you will want to use an editorial calendar to plan your content ahead of time. When I first started blogging I didn’t use one. Even when I started hiring writers I didn’t use an editorial calendar. It’s one of the things I would change […]
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Holiday parties and events are a great way to bring your family and friends together during the holiday season. But let’s face it – holiday parties can get very expensive, very quickly. Fortunately, you can still throw a memorable holiday party without severely overspending. Here are a few tips to get you started. Invite […]
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So, you’re thinking about taking the leap and starting your own side hustle – that’s great news! Side hustles are an incredible way to earn extra money outside of your nine-to-five job. But while deciding to start one is easy, it can easily become overwhelming to know where to actually start. The good news is […]
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Moving into your own apartment is a big step for a lot of people. I know when I first moved out on my own, I really wanted to make my little apartment feel homey. Even though it wasn’t much, it was something I was really proud of at the time. Since I didn’t have a […]
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No one likes to be stressed. And unfortunately, money can be a huge source of stress if you aren’t careful. Whether it’s an unexpected expense, a job loss, or inability to meet your savings goals, money stress is real, and it can completely derail you. Fortunately, while you can’t avoid every money woe, there are […]
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Are you stuck in your current career path? Do you feel limited by what you chose as a college major? Or, you just aren’t sure that your current job is for you? The good news is you don’t ever have to stay in your current career. No matter your experience, education, or financial situation, you […]
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Most personal finance gurus suggest you keep your rent under 25 to 30 percent of your total budget. But, depending on where you live, that can either be a relatively easy or a seemingly impossible task. Millions of millennials are spending more than the recommended amount of a budget on their rent, as rent […]
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Claiming responsibility over your own finances is hard enough, but what happens when you start sharing expenses with your significant other? Whether you’re dating or married, as a couple, it is likely you have quite a few shared expenses. For both of your sake, you will want to ensure you have a joint budget, so […]
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