Even when you’ve got a lot of things right, you might reach a point when getting your financial situation under control seems impossible. If you’re really struggling financially and aren’t sure which problem to tackle or how, budget counseling can help. Budget counseling can teach you how to budget and budgeting methods. Plus how to protect your credit scores and other key financial strategies. … Read more

Sometimes, no matter how much we think we are cutting back on spending, it’s not enough. Cutting back on things like gym memberships and Starbucks might be a good way to save money, but sometimes we need more. Instead, we need to resort to living on an extreme budget and finding extreme ways to save money. I remember my family went through a tough time … Read more

Receiving a sudden financial windfall can come with many mixed emotions. It’s exciting and overwhelming all at the same time! When handled with care and used wisely, receiving a large sum of money provides a great opportunity to improve your financial situation. Windfall money might materialize in the form of gifts, bonuses, settlements, inheritances, lottery … Read more

Looking to find the best dog walking app to work for? Do you want to turn your love for dogs into a side hustle? I have walked dogs as a side hustle and it’s still one of my favorite ways to make extra money. My favorite dog walking site is Rover, and it is what… … Read more

You’re likely reading this article because you’re interested in the differences between the way poor vs rich people think and act. You’d probably like to apply the habits of the rich in your own life, right? Well, one thing stands out – it starts with a rich mindset. If you’re serious about becoming successful, then you … Read more

The beginning of a new year is a time many people use to take a fresh look at their physical health, evaluate how well they kept to their fitness goals last year, and either renew them or take a different approach. The same process should apply to financial health. Looking at the good, bad, and … Read more

Do you spend money faster than you can make it? If you feel this way, you’re not alone. That said, ideas on money saving challenges could be just what you need, as we could all use some extra money, especially in these trying times. According to Forbes Advisor, over 75% of Americans are concerned about … Read more

Are you looking to jumpstart your savings? Does saving money feel too hard or even too boring at times? You can turn saving into a game and complete a 6 month savings challenge! By completing a 6 month money challenge, you’ll end up with a pot of money, form new money habits along the way, and be … Read more

Looking to learn how to get a free laptop? Yes, there are ways to get one for free! In fact, I have received two free laptops before. I have also given away over 5 laptops over the years. Whether you need one for school, work, or just for fun, you don’t have to spend thousands… … Read more

We all end up in situations where we have unexpected expenses. This subject is especially poignant for me this year because my husband asked for a divorce back in May, and that resulted in some major costs that I wasn’t expecting. I was fortunate in many ways, considering the situation. My ex wasn’t interested in … Read more