The path to financial freedom is not easy, and at times, it can become all-consuming. When working towards paying off debt, we can find ourselves with blinders on, and we often forget to have fun along the way. With a little creativity and prioritization, you can still have fun while you’re paying off debt. You […]
Read More >>How to Have a Social Life When You’re On a Budget
To be honest with you, I used to not have an actual social life. I would wake up at 6 and go to bed at around 11 and work all day. Don’t be like me. The thing about entrepreneurship is that it’s draining, and if you stay there and do that every single day, you’ll […]
Read More >>In a Career Rut? 5 Proactive Things to Do
We often like to think we can plan life out. Your job felt great when you first started. Everything seemed possible, your skills were being utilized and you got an income. Now, a few years later, things are different. You’re feeling stressed. Monday mornings are the bane of your existence, you live for the weekends, […]
Read More >>10 Reasons Why You Need to Start a Side Hustle Today
We talk a lot about side hustles on Young Adult Money, but we just can’t help ourselves. Side hustles have helped all of us to transform our financial situations drastically and build a desirable lifestyle for ourselves, where we can live with less financial strain. We believe everyone should have a side hustle, not only […]
Read More >>5 Things You Should Do to Start a Successful Side Hustle
I’m a big supporter of side hustles. Side hustles are powerful. They allow you to reach your financial goals faster. Plus, there is just something rewarding about doing your own thing and making money outside of the traditional 9-5. When it comes to side hustles, there is an abundance of ones to consider. DC wrote […]
Read More >>10 Reasons Why You Can’t Get Ahead Financially
Do you feel like you are constantly stuck in a financial rut? Maybe you are living paycheck to paycheck, or maybe you just never seem to be able to build up a savings or pay off debt. What do you have to do to get ahead? There are many reasons why you may not be […]
Read More >>Why You Should Spend Like You’re Broke
I’m not rich by any means, but one word of advice: “it’s not about how much you save; it’s about how much you keep.” I found this quote online a couple weeks ago. And it couldn’t be any further from the truth. Say you’ve got more money coming in. You’ve earned a promotion at work. You’ve […]
Read More >>Why I’m Building a Freelance Business Instead of an Emergency Fund
What would you do if you were to lose your job? What would you do if the income from your job wasn’t enough to help you reach your financial goals? When people lose their jobs, one of two things usually happens. You may go into full on panic mode, scrambling to figure out how you’re […]
Read More >>How I Pay Off My Debt While I’m Still In School
A lot of my friends don’t like me. And it’s not because I’m bossy or arrogant. It’s just because I’m not even in my senior year and I’m already trying to pay off my debt. They already know that I’m going to turn them down when they invite me to do anything that costs a […]
Read More >>Not Investing At All? Here’s What You Are Sacrificing
Saving money is important. Having a diligent savings habit helps you reach your goals, get the things you want, and feel secure. Most people, even ones who aren’t “natural savers”, know the importance of saving money. Having a money cushion to assist you in times of emergency or a pop-up expense can be a lifesaver. […]
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