Set Yourself Up for a Healthy and Successful 2022

Let’s talk about some goals you can choose to improve your physical and financial health. 2021 is coming to an end. Honestly outside in 2021 was only mildly better than that disastrous 2020. However, there were some bright spots. I got to travel at the end of November and my financial picture looks as good […]
Investing with Stash – Great App for Beginner Investors

If you’ve never invested before, it may feel quite intimidating to get started. Maybe you don’t feel like you know enough to start. Or maybe you feel you need to have a ton of extra money to get started. Or perhaps you feel that investing is just not for people like you. All these are […]
Financial Update – Results Quarter 3 2021

Hello all! I wanted to provide another financial update to show you what I have been up to for the last few months. Why? So you can see what works for me in case it could work for you too. I also share my financial mistakes in the hopes that you can avoid making them […]
The Best Way to Successfully Build An Emergency Fund

Today’s post is graciously shared by Frugal Beans, our frugal friends from Sydney, Australia. After reading this post, get to know them by visiting their blog and/or following them on Instagram @frugal_beans. Why do you need an Emergency Fund? An Emergency Fund is fast becoming an integral part of the common budget. To give your […]
4 Steps to Being Debt Free

I don’t know a single person who hasn’t experienced being in debt. Some see being in debt as a normal part of life, while others feel it is an enormous burden. Either way, in order to get ahold of your finances, debt management is crucial. We’ll discuss the definition of debt, how to figure out […]
How to Make the Best Use of Limit Orders

April is Financial Literacy Month. Debt reduction, saving, and investing are key elements of a successful financial plan. There can be confusing terminology (words…lol) linked to personal finance. A quick tip: sign up for Investopedia’s Term of the Day email. They even have a dictionary on their website. I’ve learned so much this way and […]
ButcherBox – How To Decide If It’s Actually Worth The Money?

Since watching Bobby’s YouTube videos, I have been working to be more intentional with what I put into my body. Before his videos, I didn’t realize that the source of our food could affect its nutritional value. So I started implementing some changes with my money in mind. I started with buying organic when it’s […]
How To Use Brand Loyalty To Actually Save You Money

More often than not, when working toward saving money, you’re advised against brand loyalty. Brand loyalty means that you stick to shopping for one particular brand. Rather it is always advised to shop around for the best prices. Quite often, even if you purchase generic, you’re getting the same quality. With that knowledge in hand, […]
How To Save More Money on Your Electric Bill

When it comes to managing your finances, it is important to take a look at your expenses and see where you can make adjustments. It is MUCH easier to decrease your expenses than it is to make more money. Out of all the utilities you pay for, electricity is likely the most expensive bill that […]
How to Save Money on College Costs

While graduation can be an exciting time, for some people, the reality of the financial burden they’re facing hits them almost instantly. Education is one of the largest expenses one can make in their lifetime, besides maybe a car or a house. Knowing this may lead people to just grin and bear it. We chalk […]