Living for today - Planning for Tomorrow
We all care about sustainability and protecting the environment. But eco-friendly products can cost up to 50% more than regular ones, which isn’t within everyone’s budget. When I analyzed my finances, I realized how much money I was spending on organic produce and Rainforest Alliance certified products. Although being a good environmental steward is important to me, I don’t want my commitment to sustainability to
Almost 70% of people turning 65 will need long-term care within their lifetime. So if you’re approaching retirement age, it’s wise to prepare for nursing home costs. A private room in a nursing home will run you nearly $300 per day. That kind of expense can eat through your savings quickly if you don’t have a plan for shielding your assets. Here are some tips
Dating is expensive. My partner and I didn’t realize how much money we were spending on dinner dates and movie nights until we moved in together and stopped going out. Although it would be cheaper not to date, it’s necessary to find your soulmate. If you’re still searching for your future spouse, how do you get to know potential partners without breaking the bank? Here
Did you know that you can have a side hustle while you’re in the military? As long as you get permission from your command, you can work a part-time job to bring in additional income. Here are some of the best ways to make extra money in the military so you can meet your financial goals faster. Ways to Make Extra Money in the Military
Becoming a millionaire isn’t as difficult as you think. More than 8% of Americans have enough assets to qualify as millionaires. And according to CNBC, most of them weren’t born into wealth. They’re regular, hardworking people just like you and me who have made a series of good decisions to get where they are. If you aspire to be rich, luckily there are things you
Recently I learned about a popular brand of pottery I’d never heard of before called Rae Dunn. It’s sold at retailers like TJ Maxx and Marshall’s and is always in demand. People line up at stores that sell it before they open hoping to score some new pieces. There’s such a big market for these products that flippers are able to make a profit by
These days, it seems like everyone participates in hustle culture and dreams of climbing to the top of the career ladder. But what if your goal is to work less so you can devote more time to hobbies, family, and friends? Although our culture prizes busyness, it is possible to escape the grind and create a life you love. Here are 4 ways to live
Because of the pandemic, we’ve all been spending more time at home, which has shifted our financial priorities. Instead of investing money in travel and experiences, Americans are spending more on home improvement projects than ever before. In 2020 alone, consumers spent a combined $420 billion on renovations to turn their houses into their dream homes. Before quarantine I didn’t understand the importance of home
It’s normal to care about money. Without it, we wouldn’t be able to take care of our families, achieve lifelong dreams like traveling the world, and retire someday. But some people take things too far and stop seeing money as a means to an end. They view the pursuit of money as their sole goal in life to the exclusion of relationships, hobbies, and work-life
We all dream of winning the lottery so we can enjoy financial security and do whatever we want with our lives. Whether you’ve won thousands or millions, hitting the jackpot is an exciting moment you’ll never forget. Now that you’ve got some extra zeroes in your bank account, you may want to share your newfound wealth with your loved ones. Here are some tips on
