Living for today - Planning for Tomorrow
Can you believe that 1955 was nearly 70 years ago? You can still catch reruns of popular shows from that year (such as I Love Lucy and Gunsmoke) on TV today. Although 1955 may feel like yesterday to some of us, times have changed, especially when it comes to money. The cost of living in 1955 was significantly lower than it is now. Americans got
Every year, Oxford Languages chooses a word that defines the year. In 2023, the word “rizz” was picked, which means style or charm. Rizz is a new turn of phrase that young adults have popularized recently and represents the strong internet culture that permeated society throughout 2023. But what does the Oxford Word of the Year have to do with finances? Choosing your money-related word
A recent study found that 57% of people who live in New York State need a side hustle to get by. The Empire State is one of the most expensive places to live in the US, so you may need quick cash jobs to make ends meet or achieve your financial goals. To help you get a quick cash infusion, we’ve rounded up a list
Buying clothes, furniture, games, and other gently used items secondhand is a great way to save money. However, recently I’ve noticed that sellers are trying to fetch a much higher price for their used goods than normal. Many people are listing their belongings on Facebook Marketplace, eBay, and Craigslist for almost the full retail price. Even thrift stores like Goodwill have been raising their prices,
If you have a demanding day job, you may not have time or energy for side gigs after work. Luckily you can boost your income by working weekend side hustles on Saturday or Sunday. Many side jobs are more lucrative during the weekend, such as food delivery. If you’re a weekend warrior in Texas looking for weekend side hustles, read on to learn about opportunities
Recently I read an interesting article about common personal finance errors that women tend to make. This article got me thinking about how gender has affected my approach to personal finance. Although women are a diverse group of people, we may be more likely to make certain financial mistakes due to factors like social conditioning. Here are three financial mistakes that I’ve noticed women are
Taylor Swift is one of the most famous and powerful women in the world right now. Her record-breaking Midnights album and accompanying Eras Tour have helped propel her to billionaire status. Taylor is not only a wildly successful pop star, but also an extremely savvy business woman. There are many financial lessons we can learn from observing her business acumen and wealth management skills. Here
Thanksgiving is this week, which has prompted me to reflect on my financial blessings. When it comes to money, it’s easy for me to get caught up in what I don’t have. Looking around on social media, it can seem like everyone is rich, successful, and doing much better than I am. But focusing on what I lack and the money goals I haven’t achieved
The end of the year is approaching, which always causes me to reflect on my finances. Lately I’ve been thinking about mistakes I’ve made with my money in 2023 and things I want to do differently going forward. Even as a personal finance writer, I still make financial blunders sometimes and waste my money. Here are four spending habits I regret that I plan to
Living with a chronic illness can be expensive! On average, people with chronic diseases spend around $6,000 on healthcare annually. I’m no stranger to these costs—I’ve been dealing with a chronic illness called dysautonomia since I was a teenager. I was also recently diagnosed with ADHD. Over the years, I’ve learned several ways to save money on essential medications and supplements. I’ve also saved money
