I have to be honest with you – budgeting doesn’t come naturally to me. It takes extra time and effort to carefully review my spending and try to find ways to streamline my financial life. That’s why I’m a huge fan of any service that takes the burden off of me. Making the most of…
In the days of yesteryear, companies used to offer their employees pensions. A pension is essentially a guaranteed income after retirement. Most companies today have let go of their pension programs in favor of a 401(k). These are tax-advantaged accounts that allow individuals to have more control over their retirement savings. A 401(k) is one…
Summer is finally here. Which means you’ve survived writing all those term papers and taking final exams. And unless your summer plans are to hang out at your parents’ house all day, you’re probably going to want a summer job. As a college student, you might not yet be qualified for your dream job. The…
Buying a home is one of the biggest single purchases you’ll ever make. That means it’s important to feel confident that you’re ready. In addition to doing research on paint colors, light fixtures, and landscaping, you’ll need to make sure you’ve got the right financial pieces in place. You might be closer than you think…
Let’s be honest – when was the last time you bought something online? Was it earlier this week? Or possibly earlier today? Online shopping has totally changed the way we spend money. With just a few clicks, you can get nearly any product on earth delivered straight to your doorstep in a matter of days….
Every time I sit down to revise my budget, I look for ways to trim my unnecessary costs. That’s why I’m always looking at alternative options for entertainment! There’s something reassuring about being able to curl up, relax, and watch a movie at home. Here are some of my favorite ways to get around paying…
When we think of income, most of us think of the salary we make at work. If there’s one benefit of a salary, it’s that it’s predictable. But that predictability can also be a downside. How can anyone ever get ahead if their salary doesn’t budge? The answer is to increase your income through passive…