Having the money to afford the life you want is a top priority for most adults, but with bills to pay and other financial commitments, achieving this isn’t always easy. You may have aspirations to own your own property one day, start your own business or even finance a wedding, all of which can be…
Exiting the workforce and working for yourself is a huge accomplishment. It doesn’t matter if you decide to start your own business or you go freelance, it will have a huge impact on your life. That includes your finances. Having enough money is always important, but it’s especially important when your income is completely dependent…
If you have a long gift list like most people during the holidays, it can be tough to stay on budget. It’s a challenge every year to save money while still getting your loved ones just the right gifts that show how much you care. The holidays are a time where it’s tempting to let…
Spending money is a strange feeling because it can feel good and bad at the same time. The way in which we spend money is just as important when it comes to how well-off we are financially, as is the decision to have a savings account or pay off a debt. Learning how to spend…
We are all looking for ways to save money. Some of us are looking for a way to save for a vacation or a large purchase we want to make. Others are looking to invest more in their retirement account or just increase their overall net worth. Whatever your long or short-term goals are, the…
Some people are fortunate enough to receive their first car as a gift from their parents, usually during or shortly after high school. If you aren’t one of them, you’re probably wondering how you can afford to buy a car on a student budget. For those who need a way to get around in college,…
Once you become a (responsible) adult, there are few things that you must be willing to invest in for your long-term well-being. It could be a season or setting appropriate clothes, kitchenware, mattress, vitamins, gym memberships, cars, etc. Our tastes and needs only grow fancy which conflicts with our attempts to minimize our spending to…
One of the great things about buying a home is having the opportunity to add and edit whatever you want and make it work for you, and there are plenty of things you can do to earn yourself some good green karma in the process. Improving the energy efficiency of your home is a great…
