“Maybe Christmas” the Grinch thought, “doesn’t come from a store.” “Maybe Christmas,…perhaps…means a little bit more.” – Dr. Seuss Did you know that Americans are anticipated to spend $720 billion this year for Christmas? The average family will contribute $902.00 to this total. Whoa! That’s a lot of cozy socks, popcorn cans, and fruit cakes!…
What do you do if you can’t seem to get your spouse on the same financial page as you? In this article, I’m going to share with you 9 simple ways to get your spouse on board with budgeting. How To Get Your Spouse On Board With Budgeting 1. Be Nice The first thing you…
This financial success story is from Dawn with SteppingStonesToFI.com. After coping with the tragic death of her husband, she was able to significantly increase her income; have a savings rate of 40%; and purchase two rental properties to help achieve her goal of financial independence. Find out this single mom success story and see how…
It’s so frustrating to know that on paper you make enough to cover your expenses with even a little cushion for additional spending…BUT for some reason, you’re having the hardest time paying all of your bills and having food on the table. The half payment budget method may be your solution to break the paycheck…
Looking for some free or cheap things to do this summer? I found ideas for whether you want to include family, or just you and your friends or significant other. I’ve also included some ways to have fun at home if you’re not comfortable being around big crowds post-COVID. Free Or Cheap Things To Do…
5 Unique Ways to Save Money Saving money isn’t easy when you feel you are stretched to the limits or you are a spender. But we all know it’s something we must do, whether it’s for a rainy day or a specific purpose. To help give you motivation and ideas, I’ve compiled a few of…
Are you struggling to make ends meet? This happens often when you don’t have a plan. So many people put a budget down on paper and maybe even follow it — but still are robbing Peter to pay Paul and falling short. That’s because they don’t understand how to properly balance their budget. Enter the…
Do you get paid once a month? If you do, you know how this can be both a blessing and a curse. If you don’t watch your spending, the last week or two of the month can drag on and on. Here are 5 tips on how to properly budget your monthly salary without robbing…
How would it feel to finally pay off your mortgage early and be financially free? Part of becoming financially free is getting rid of debt. For most of us, our biggest debt is our mortgage. Find out the best ways to pay off your mortgage early and finally have financial freedom. Benefits Of Paying Off…
Do you want to save more money or get out of debt? One easy way to save more money is being organized. There are many benefits to being organized—especially when it comes to your finances. Find out 9 proven benefits of being organized that saves money and time. Why Is Organization Important? Being organized is…
