I’m a sucker for tradition. Actually, I am a fan of nostalgia – things that make you warm and gooey and bring you back to the days of your youth. When it comes to issues of personal finance, however, nothing I was taught (even the more “traditional” lessons) really panned out for me. While I’m … Read more

“Living your best life” may make you think of lounging on the beach. Or maybe you imagine yourself power-walking down a busy street in a hot pink suit. Likely, your dream life falls somewhere in between. Living your best life essentially means living a life that makes you happy and also one that allows you … Read more

What do you think of when you hear the word “rich”? Yachts? Evening gowns? Travel? That’s true to an extent, but not all rich people live that way. For this argument, we’ll define “rich” as having an excess of money, and “lavish” as obscenely using moolah like those in Hollywood. Those who are rich, especially … Read more

Managing money can be challenging, especially when there are so many money myths and misconceptions floating around. These financial myths can be detrimental to your financial well-being. They can lead you to make poor decisions, cause you to overspend, discourage you from seeking help or understanding, and cause lots of stress. Don’t worry, that doesn’t … Read more

Being educated on money, investing, saving, and spending can help you develop a healthy financial lifestyle. And there are always new things to learn about money. While that might feel overwhelming, you can start your financial literacy journey by learning some of the most important money truths. What is a money truth? It’s a fact … Read more

The job interview process can be a nerve-wracking experience, even for the most perfectly-suited candidate. And the more you want a job the harder it can be to avoid letting nerves get the best of you. The problem is that interviewing for a job necessarily puts you in a position of low power. You are … Read more

As someone who has been living on one income for years, I know firsthand the challenges and rewards of this lifestyle. I’ve had to get creative with my budgeting, learn to prioritize my spending and find joy in the simple things. And I’ll tell you, it’s been an adventure! Now I want to share everything … Read more

Do you want to learn how to get paid to watch movies?  Did you know that you can get paid to watch movies? Yes, you can actually get paid to do something that you probably do all the time. Watching TV and movies might be something you do to relax or be entertained, but the … Read more

Have you ever found yourself in this scenario? A third-party debt collector calls and alerts you to a bill that’s been handed over to them. You might already be aware of the bill’s delinquency, or it might be news to you. Perhaps it’s: A bill, however small, that was forgotten or missed and it’s now … Read more

Let’s talk about the 10% rule! It’s a popular idea that saving 10% of your income is a smart way to start building a healthy savings account. No matter where you are in your savings journey, trying to save is always important. Regardless of how much or little that is. However, following the 10% rule … Read more