Short on cash? With the holidays around the corner and the year ending, demands on our budget can become strenuous and, no matter how much we plan, we often find ourselves feeling a little tight with money. Luckily, it’s easier than you may think to find a few extra bucks in your budget. You can […]
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It’s that time of year again – time to shop for gifts. I don’t know about you, but I love giving – and receiving – practical gifts. Give me something that I can make productive and practical use of and I’m a happy camper. Bonus points if it helps me improve myself. While gift cards […]
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We all have our own opinions about Black Friday, whether we love it or hate it. But you have to admit, Black Friday’s younger sibling Cyber Monday is a pretty cool day. How great is it that you can find awesome online deals while sitting in the comfort of your own home? You’re not waiting […]
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Somehow, the holidays always seem to come as a surprise. The season approaches quickly, and it can feel like you’re doing nothing but spending money on travel, gifts, and parties. The holiday season should leave you feeling sentimental, peaceful, and nostalgic. But many of us endure feelings of stress, whether financially or emotionally. Luckily, there […]
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Planning for the holiday season can be very exciting but also tedious and expensive. Most of the time we, gravitate toward expenses like the holiday meal and Christmas gifts, but there are so many other expenses to consider. When you forget about an expense but you end up paying for it anyway, you’re more likely […]
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I blogged for the first time about a decade ago and I started Young Adult Money four and a half years ago. Having written close to 1,000 blog posts and been involved in the blogosphere for my entire adult life, I wouldn’t be surprised if people rolled their eyes when I say “blogging is the […]
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Burnout. It strikes everyone at one time or another. More specifically, burnout related to work is becoming more and more popular especially for younger working professionals. You might have gone to college, graduated, found a job, and realized that your role at work got old super quick. You might have felt uninspired, restless, and fed […]
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Some of us went to college with an idea of what we wanted to do in mind. We picked a major, dedicated the next 4-8 years to studying, and graduated with a diploma and maybe some experience in our field. Fast forward a few years, and you’re disenchanted with your career. It’s not the dream […]
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The holidays are quickly approaching, and while many people tend to spend a lot of money, have you ever considered the opportunity to make extra money over the holidays? With gifts to buy, travel to do, and money to donate, the holidays are a busy and expensive time of year for most of us. Take […]
Read More >>The Top Cash Back Credit Cards
There’s an overwhelming number of options for credit cards, so trying to find the best credit card can be tough. When I think of a good credit card for everyday purchases, it naturally leads me to cash back credit cards. They offer consistent rewards and typically have no annual fees. Cash back credit cards are […]
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