Times changed quick, didn't they? The speed at which the economy went from booming and outstanding to plummeting through the floor was shocking. The Coronavirus Pandemic has drastically altered the world as we know it, and now, unemployment has risen to incredible levels. I must say, I really enjoyed writing about personal finance and saving … Continue reading How to Handle an Upside Down Economy
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How to Build an Emergency Fund
*I know I've been slacking on Financial Fridays. I promise we'll get back to them, but things have gotten so bogged up around here, I haven't had the time. I'm sure all seven of my regular readers are disappointed.* Alright, so I know I've been preaching to you through this blog about developing an emergency … Continue reading How to Build an Emergency Fund
5 Ways to Cut Cable So You Can Save $$$
Have you heard about cutting the cord? No, this isn't when your parents were reluctant to let you go to college so you had to convince them to take a step back and let you be your own person. This is about your television service. We live in an era of ubiquitous information and data … Continue reading 5 Ways to Cut Cable So You Can Save $$$
7 Signs You’re Living Above Your Means and 5 Ways to Fix It
Sometimes, you're in financial muck so deep you're not quite sure where you are. If you haven't kept tabs on your own financial health, you may think you're alright without actually realizing that you're not in a healthy spot. In the end, we all want to get financially healthy - it's important for your future … Continue reading 7 Signs You’re Living Above Your Means and 5 Ways to Fix It
Trim Your Budget With These 20 Actions
Everyone could use a little extra change in their pocket. If you look back at my posts on building a better budget or striking out on your own, you'll know you need to trim down your expenses so you can fit them into the big buckets. The first thing you should look at doing whenever … Continue reading Trim Your Budget With These 20 Actions