Four years after graduating college, I’m free from my student loan debt. I managed to pay off $30,000 of student loan debt. It wasn’t an easy journey by any means. Regardless, my student loan debt forced me to take a good, hard look at my financial situation and taught me some lessons, albeit hard lessons, […]
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The new year is sneaking up on us – are you ready? Prepare for 2019 by making these 9 money moves before the end of the year. 1) Organize any Tax Documents you Receive Tax documents will come pouring in before you know it. If you haven’t already, now is the perfect time […]
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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 a freelance writer? Or do you want to be? Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned freelance writer, you should know that there is ample opportunity to make money while freelance writing. Once you land your first gig, it becomes that much easier to land more and more freelance jobs. So, no matter […]
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Whether you have just a little bit of debt, or a whole bunch, it takes time and energy to pay it off. While you’re probably well-versed in the big money moves you can make to pay off debt, don’t forget that even the little debt repayments count. Here are 5 small ways you can start […]
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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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