It’s tough to admit, but we live in an increasingly unstable economy. The job market is tighter than ever, wages lag behind the cost of living, and layoffs happen unexpectedly. Many find the traditional 9-to-5 isn’t enough. That’s why so many have side hustles, using…
Retirement sneaks up fast, and suddenly, you’re wondering how to stretch your savings into a steady paycheck. For many, the nest egg isn’t quite enough—Social Security helps, but it’s rarely the whole answer. That’s when folks start eyeing their options: tapping investments, picking up a…
The average American household has $96,371 in consumer debt according to Experian. This includes around $5,221 in credit card debt and $20,987 in auto loan debt. Several years ago when I first started my debt payoff journey, I was all about saving the most money…
It’s no secret that I’m a huge planner girlie. I just started using Google Calendar to share my schedule and important appointments with my husband, but I live for a written planner. Something just feels so official about writing down your goals and routines. It’s…
Saving a large amount of money can be challenging, but it’s not impossible. Even with an average income, you can learn how to save $5,000 in 6 months, give or take. Saving $5,000 in less than a year is a great goal if you’re looking…
It seems that you can’t go anywhere today without hearing about a new eating plan that is supposed to get your health in the ultimate shape. From keto to the Mediterranean diet to Paleo, the options seem endless and can be overwhelming! Having tried many…
