What is minimalism? All the time, we hear stories of people selling nearly all of their belongings, rarely buying anything new, and moving into a tiny house. Does minimalism have to be that extreme? Minimalism is the practice of living with less. Everyone has a different interpretation of what “less” means to them. The goal […]
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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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One of the best things you can do in your life is to constantly invest in yourself. Take chances, try new things, and expand your perspective. However, this isn’t always the easiest thing to do. Oftentimes we get caught up in the routine of things. Many of us crave familiarity and knowing what to expect. […]
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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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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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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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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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