Obviously, not everyone who gambles has a problem. Many people enjoy gambling as a social activity without it threatening their financial security or family relationships. I would go as far as to say that even gambling huge sums may be justified as long as their finances can justify the expense. I have a friend who … Read more

Have you tried playing a saving game to help you spend less and save more? Saving money can be a challenge for everyone. But making a game out of it can make the process less tedious and more fun! According to Zippia.com, statistics show that most Americans have only $4,500 in savings, and 42% don’t … Read more

Without short-term savings goals, it can be difficult to move the needle toward a brighter financial future. That said, short-term savings goals can help you to create a plan for your money and help you avoid procrastination. Let’s explore more about what these goals are, why you should set them, and how to reach them. What … Read more

For years, I was working anywhere from 60 to 100 hours per week. I hardly got any sleep, barely saw my friends and family, and had very little time to do things for myself. It was exhausting, and I knew that I couldn’t do that long term. When I would think about what I wanted … Read more

Long before high school seniors fret about those caps and gowns in the next few months, they’ve been thinking about the next step. Students are encouraged to go to college fresh out of high school, with recruiters, parents, counselors ad advisors hounding them to decide which colleges and courses of study they’ll pursue as early … Read more

I recently attended a young professionals networking event with a professional development presentation on money management. This was a great presentation (as a money nerd, and someone who makes a living writing about it, I was riveted), and it brought up an important consideration: How much time do you make for your financial plan? The … Read more

“Today is the only important day. There are 86,400 seconds in a day, and how you use those are critical.” As someone who’s training to run a marathon next June, I’m constantly bookmarking inspirational quotes and videos I find online. The above quote is from a video collage posted by a fitness Facebook page, that … Read more

What is net worth?  You’ve probably heard people talk about net worth, but what is net worth? And do you know your net worth? When people talk about their net worth they are usually talking about how much money they have, but it’s not as simple as how much money you have in the bank. … Read more

Money is a big stress factor for many people. So, if you’ve found yourself feeling stressed recently and wondering how to stop worrying about money, there’s a strong chance that your finances are to blame. But constant concern about finances can lead to mental, emotional, and physical stress, so it’s important to get it under … Read more

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