It is no secret that within the past year, data breaches have been occurring at an increasingly high rate. According to the Identity Theft Resource Center’s reports, in 2016, more than 29 million records were exposed in 858 publicized breaches across sectors including financial, government, health care and education. The scariest part of that is…
Saving money is a marathon, not a sprint. Whether you’re just starting your budget-friendly journey, or you’ve already built strong financial habits, you’re on the right path. But beware! There are many trends floating around that may seem like they’d be helpful for your wallet, but may end up costing you more in the long…
Just because you’re a stay-at-home mom or dad doesn’t mean you can’t make a little extra cash on the side. Surviving on only one income can be stressful, but there is a solution! You can still make your family a priority while taking on a side hustle. While a part-time job may not be practical,…
Almost every social gathering, whether it’s a small get together with friends or family, or a larger event, is centered around food. The good news is that there are a lot of great budget recipes that can feed a larger group without killing your grocery budget. Whether you’re hosting a four-course meal or bringing a…
If you read personal finance blogs, you will notice that there are common themes that run among them. There are those that talk a lot about how to get out of debt. Then there are those who talk about earning more money on the side. Others will give tips on how to be financially successful….
As much as I love the phrase “time is money,” there’s no substitute for the value of your time. That’s why I think everyone needs to make their life — and finances — as simple as possible. Luckily, in the day and age of technology, there are so many tasks we can automate. So free…
Renting your first apartment can be intimidating, but it’s also an important financial moment. You’ll either reap the benefits of your purchases for years or make the same first-timer mistakes that plague so many. There are dozens of first apartment checklists — these are helpful, but prioritization is more important for a successful furnish. Dividing…