New year, new money goals! Money is consistently in the top three new year resolutions people set for themselves. Earning more, saving more, and investing more are some of the common goals people have for themselves. Investing in particular remains shrouded in mystery for a lot of people. Investing terms can sound intimidating, and it […]
Save Money By Cooking More Next Year
We’re wrapping up 2017 and that means two things; good home cooked meals and thinking about New Years resolutions. So I say: why not combine the two, and save money at the same time? Health and money changes are always in the top three new years resolutions. Save money by cooking more next year!
Successful Quotes That Lead to A Successful Philosophy
When we set big goals for ourselves, we need big doses of motivation, patience and persistence. There really is no such thing as an overnight success, no matter what headline you might read. And while everyone wants to figure out how to ‘hack’ success, I don’t really think that’s possible. Big goals certainly take time. […]
9 of The Most Expensive Things In The World
I play the game ‘what would I do with a million dollars’ all the time. But a look at the most expensive things in the world shows me that a million dollars won’t even make a dent in some of these prices! There are some really, really expensive things in this world. You and I […]
If You Must Get A Debt Consolidation Loan, Here’s How To Do It
Feel like you’re drowning in debt? I know that feeling all to well. When you’re standing at the bottom of a debt mountain, you might feel like there’s no way to even begin climbing it. Wait a second, you think. What about a debt consolidation loan? I’ll just combine all these different debts into one […]
How to Save $100 From Your Monthly Budget
What would you do if I handed you a hundred dollar bill right now? Save it, use it to pay a bill, or spend it on something special? A hundred bucks is a pretty nice amount of money and it can go pretty far. Luckily, you don’t have to depend on a good Samaritan (or […]
What Is Jillian Michaels Net Worth?
I’ll confess: I own two Jillian Michaels work out videos. Her abs haunt my dreams! I’ve spent literally hours of my life watching her work out and trying my best to do the same. (Sadly, I still don’t have her abs.) Jillian Michaels has built a fitness empire. From her time on television to books […]
Clothing Swaps VS Hand-Me-Downs
Someone told me a few months ago that if you stopped buying clothes right now, every piece in your closet would last ten years. Ten years! Hearing that statistic put into perspective the idea of buying new clothes each season. If each piece of clothing is made to last ten years, there’s no need to […]
Down Payments- The New Wedding Gift?
Move over cutlery and new towels; there’s a new wedding gift on the block. More and more couples are asking for help with down payments as part of their wedding gift registry.
Big News: You Can Make Bigger Retirement Contributions to Your 401(k) In 2018
The IRS has announced some exciting news for everyone who’s saving for retirement; in 2018 they’re increasing the contribution limit for 401(k), 403(b), most 457 plans, and the Thrift Savings Plan. This is a big deal, especially in light of America’s retirement crisis.