Our 20s are an impressive decade of firsts. There’s the first big job, first time living on your own, first car, first significant relationship, and so on. It’s also a time when many of us are faced with managing our own money for the first time. There’s a lot to learn – from the confusing […]
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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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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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There is something awesome about being ahead financially. You’re less stressed, you have more options, and things don’t feel as rushed. I’ve gone through my life with ups and downs when it comes to money management. Sometimes I am financially confident and other times it feels like expenses just keep piling on. I used to […]
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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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