I spend so much money on food. Other than my rent, it’s the biggest chunk of my monthly budget. If I lived somewhere with cheaper rents (rather than in pricey San Francisco), I might actually spend more money on food than on rent. It’s something I’m constantly battling with. So, I’ve decided to get real […]
Stimulus Payment Questions Hotline
There is so much in the headlines about the Caronavirus . With so many people out of work, the government stepped in. With the Cares Act, they promised an increase of unemployment funds. They also promised suspension of federal student loans, and mortgage relief. Additionally, the government promised stimulus payments to the American public. These impact […]
How to Trade Clothes Online
Are you looking for ways to reduce your spending? If so then you might have wondered how to trade clothes online. After all, it’s nice to have a new outfit to wear but there are also a lot of really good reasons not to buy brand new clothing. If you learn how to trade clothes […]
Navigate Your Bills to Work for You
I don’t know about you, but I love trying to get my bills as low as they go. Not only does it help me stay on top of my savings, but its fun and allows me to do more of what I love. If you are having trouble with high bills, then I will show […]
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle to Save Money
Recently I’ve been reading Adam Minter’s book Secondhand: Travels in the New Global Garage Sale. This book is all about what happens to our used items when we donate them to a place like Goodwill. Minter discusses what’s best for the global economy, the environment, and individuals as it relates to how we treat our […]
How to Cut Cost on Prescription Medicine
In this decade, the United States has made great strides at making medical care affordable. Over the last few years, these changes have somewhat reverted back to the old standard. That means more costly medical bills and medicine. I don’t know about you, but with a rise in cost comes a need to find discounts. […]
8 Items That Can Help Reduce Electric Bill
Due to COVID restrictions, many people are home more now than ever before. Therefore, home energy bills are going up. With concerns about finances at the forefront of our minds, now is not the time to have a high electric bill. Here are eight things that you can do today to reduce electric bill worries […]
Simple Alternative Investment Platforms
There are so many ways to invest in your future. Aside from starting a side-hustle, you can invest in savings bonds, CD’s, and in the stock market. While these are tried and true investment strategies there are other simple alternative investment platforms you can use to turn a profit for your future. Follow along with […]
How to Move out at 18
As we get older, we accomplish many milestones. For youth, it is the day they graduate. For me, it was a stepping stone to further my education and a new start to my adult life. For some of you, it will be a chance to go to college, start a career path, but most importantly, […]
5 Things I Cut Out to Save Money During Pandemic … and 5 Things I Didn’t
We don’t really know what the long-term economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic are going to be. I certainly don’t know what the long-term or even short-term financial issues are for myself. Therefore, it seems better to save money during pandemic in any way that I can. Nevertheless, there are certain things that I spend […]