Attending college may offer you some of the best years of your life, especially if you intend to live on campus. Tuition and cost of living, however, is not precisely economical, regardless of your major or your choice of university. Have you ever heard anyone say “I’m as broke as a college student”? There’s a […]
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7 Ways To Save More In The Springtime
The air is getting warmer, and the sky is brightening up, and it stays light outside for a little longer. Spring is on its way! This beautiful time of year heralds in gardening chores, outdoor parties, and inevitable weddings. Spring is also the perfect time to start saving money. Take a look at the top […]
Continue ReadingCreative and Crazy Ways to Save More Money
There are always ways to cut costs and save money, for those who have sufficient motivation and are willing to look for ways to get their financial houses in order. There are “no-brainer” ways to save money all over the Internet, but I think those are pretty boring, so I’m not going to discuss those money saving tips. […]
Continue ReadingHow To Make S.M.A.R.T. Financial Goals
Goals are dreams or wishes that could come true – if you work really hard at them. If your financial goals are specific enough, they will motivate you to balance your spending and savings in order to reach your objectives. If you don’t set financial goals, you will find yourself saying “I wish I had…” later […]
Continue ReadingTop Money-Saving Tips When Your Income Is Inconsistent
Saving money is understandably a top financial goal, but it also may be a goal that you struggle with regularly. While saving money is a challenge for many people, your income structure may make this task even more difficult for you. When you read through common money-saving tips, you inevitably find tips that say to […]
Continue Reading7 Helpful Lessons Learned From A Lemonade Stand
Just about every person in the country either owned a little lemonade stand with their friends when they were a kid or they knew someone else who owned one. What those people didn’t know was that they were learning valuable financial lessons that would help them later on in life and business. The following are […]
Continue ReadingHow to Prepare Your Budget for the Summer
Knowing how to properly manage your finances and stick to a budget you have set in place is not always an easy feat, especially if you are not particularly great when it comes to handling money. With a few tips and resources, prepare your budget for the summer to avoid missing out on savings opportunities […]
Continue ReadingAffordable Ways to Cool Down Your House in the Summer
Summer is here and so is the squelching heat! We are all going to make the most of these few precious months of warmth before the harsh winter rolls in. While it is great to break out in those shorts and flop around the beach or pool in sandals. The fact remains that a house […]
Continue Reading12 Things You Wish Your Parents Told You About Money
Managing your finances properly can be a tricky business, especially if a person is fresh out of high school or college. He or she might have a new job and a checking account. They might think they are ready to take on the world, but that new income might suffer as a result of improper […]
Continue ReadingHow To Save Money At A Farmers Market
Shopping at a farmers market is a great way to eat a healthier diet while also supporting your local farmers and agriculture. Unfortunately, the pricing of locally grown fresh produce can be slightly more expensive than what you would spend at a local grocery store and this often turns people off from shopping local. Shopping […]
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