Keeping a budget is one of the best things you can do for your finances. At minimum, tracking your expenses and knowing where your money is going is key to making the right adjustments for financial success. Over the past six-plus years I’ve tracked my monthly expenses in a spreadsheet. As someone who has multiple […]
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UPDATED FOR 2019! Millennials have their own unique financial challenges. Most have a high – if not debilitating – level of student loan debt. Others struggle with connecting their dreams with reality (dreams can be expensive, after all). Worst of all is the fact that most lack the financial literacy they need to make moves […]
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You’ve probably heard time and time again: the key to successful money management is budgeting. I tend to think that even just tracking your expenses alone can make a huge impact on your ability to manage your finances. But the question this begs is “then what?” What are you supposed to do after you’ve started […]
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Weddings are exciting but can cost thousands of dollars for the bride and groom. While the soon-to-be newlyweds and their families have to pay for expenses like the venue, the cake, and the DJ, the wedding party and other wedding guests have their own set of costs to consider as well. According to Consumer Affairs, […]
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Ah Spring time. Warm weather and longer days. People also tend to be more motivated in the Spring to organize, clean, and go through things. While it’s always good to get rid of old stuff and clean your house or apartment, I think it’s also a perfect time to leverage your motivation to give your […]
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This blog post is part of the Pay Down My Debt (PDMD) blog tour, sponsored by US Equity Advantage. PDMD is a solution that accelerates debt payoff and helps consumers monitor their credit and make smarter purchasing decisions. If you’re looking to pay off debt find out how they can help. We talk about paying […]
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This post is brought to you by our friends at Chime. When it comes to money, the phrase “over time” is extremely important. Oftentimes having solid finances has more to do with being on the right trajectory, and not so much about daily decisions. The easiest way to make sure you are on the right […]
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This post is part of our series 7 Weeks to Your Best Finances. This series is meant to serve as a 7-week path to improving your finances. It will cover all the important topics like starting a budget, saving money, making money, investing, and more. To find out more and see all the tips and […]
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What’s the first thing you do when finances are a little tight? You likely start pinching your pennies and practicing frugality as much as possible. Maybe it was skipping a night out with friends. Maybe you started clipping coupons. Or maybe you decided to stop spending money on clothing. Frugality is a tool for improved […]
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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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