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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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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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. […]
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Each individual’s personal finance situation is different. That’s what makes it personal. With that in mind I always hesitate to make broad assumptions when it comes to money and personal finances. Everyone has their own unique situation and challenges. But understanding where a demographic stands from a broader scale can be useful. For example, it’s […]
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With the holidays right around the corner, now is the time to start thinking about travel plans, gift ideas, hosting arrangements, and charitable giving. While this may be the best time of year in the eyes of many, it can also be the worst time of year on our budgets if we aren’t careful. According […]
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As the holidays quickly approach, you might be starting to think about what to give as gifts. While there are many options you can give for gifts, many people – like me – appreciate practical gifts that they can truly use. I have a large family, and it can be challenging to shop for all […]
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I’ve worked all sorts of jobs throughout my life. Each of them was different in terms of industry, time commitment, and job duties. Throughout my working life, despite working different jobs, I’ve noticed a few common things people do to sabotage themselves when it comes to leaving a job. There have been experiences where I’ve […]
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There is no shortage of ways to make money on the side. Whether it is blogging, freelance writing, pet sitting, woodworking, or one of these side hustle ideas, it is very possible to make income in addition to your regular 9-5 take home pay. While the extra income earned from side hustles can be life-changing, […]
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It is no secret that most Americans are not preparing themselves adequately for retirement. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, less than one third of American people are saving money in an employer-sponsored retirement account. Further, according to the Federal Reserve, the average working American couple has less than $5,000 saved for retirement. […]
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When it comes to flying, I get stressed out. I like the idea of travelling, and I don’t mind travelling for the most part, but the process of flying there has never been enjoyable to me. From packing and making sure I have everything I need, to going through security, to being cramped on a […]
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