Turn a Bad Day Into a Good Day
Unfortunately we all have bad days. Some days it seems like nothing can go right – you wake up late after a long night with crying children, you burn the
When it comes to money, we all need help from time to time. Whether that’s how to create a budget or learning about interest rates, our Personal Finance Blog takes the guesswork out of finance. There is so much information out there on all of the financial blogs and finance can be intimidating but it doesn’t have to be! Our goal is to help you understand the ins and outs so that you can take control, make better decisions, and improve your overall financial health.
Unfortunately we all have bad days. Some days it seems like nothing can go right – you wake up late after a long night with crying children, you burn the
I know, I know…you don’t have the time or dedication to make a budget, let alone stick to one.
8 hours is a long time. It can be easy to get caught up in the negativity of coworkers, or check the clock every 5 minutes throughout the day. The
Eating healthy doesn’t necessarily need to be expensive, as long as you know what to look for. The healthiest way to eat is moderation – in portion size, as well
“Cheapskate” has a negative connotation, but we’re not suggesting you show up to lunch with your friends and conveniently forget your wallet. That’s in a different article, “How to Make
If you’re in serious debt, you’ve got a bigger problem than not making enough money – a problem that more money won’t fix.
1) Get organized. Clean out that junk drawer in the kitchen, organize photos on your computer, or file important papers.
College is expensive. There are many reasons a person may choose not to go to college, but by and large it’s the expense that gets people to skip pursuing a
When I first moved out on my own and went grocery shopping, I had NO IDEA what a good price for apples or bananas was – I didn’t know how
1) Make your own food This tip is good both for eating healthy, and for eating cheap! When you make food yourself, you know exactly what’s going in, so you
In my family there are 11 kids, and there are five of us – yes, five – that have birthdays within three days of each other. On Christmas, we draw
Sell what you don’t wear Go through your closet once a year. If you find something you haven’t worn in a year – or that you forgot you even owned
You may be paying unnecessary money for procedures and prescriptions that are commonly covered. Look more closely at your health insurance policy to see if any of these frequently overlooked
If you’re ready to accept the responsibilities of being a homeowner, it can be a great long-term investment.
If you plan it right, you can have just as much fun on a cheap road trip as an expensive luxury vacation. The best part of a road trip will
The truth is, payday loans are very costly. Many people look at payday loans as another type of income – but they’re NOT! The cost of borrowing is very high.
Using money responsibly will improve not only your life, but the lives of those around you. Understanding how money can either create or destroy, you can learn to make choices
Working on putting away and Emergency Fund? Want a nice down payment on a new car, or house? Here are some simple, do-able ways to put some money away without
Making a few simple changes to your daily habits can help cut your utility bills without making any major sacrifices. Keep the thermostat set to 68 in winter, and 75
You don’t have to buy fancy equipment, pre-planned and pre-packaged meals, or expensive supplements that promise to give you a six-pack and melt your saddlebags. And don’t waste your money
I once received a resume from a girl who put “Prom Queen” under her Skills section. No joke. Needless to say, she didn’t get the job, let alone an interview.
There are many legitimate ways these days to earn a few extra dollars when your monthly budget seems to be spread too thin. We’ve rounded up some of the best
According to IRS disclosures, it takes a person in the US an average of 13 hours to plan, prepare, and file their federal taxes. With April 15 coming up, if
For those with kids, you want to empower them with skills and opportunities don’t you?
Are you feeling stagnant? Bored with your life? Want to be more cultured and less stressed? Here are a few things you can start doing today to help you become