Decking the halls, gift giving and stuffing our bellies is standard practice for the holiday season. But when you are the person funding all the festivities, it’s important to keep a close eye on the final bill while still enjoying … Read More
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How to Build a Money Plan You Feel Good About (aka a Budget)
Building a budget doesn’t have to be boring and it doesn’t mean you’ll never get to spend any of your money on fun stuff. If you make a good budget for yourself, you’ll be able to build a solid financial … Read More
How to Pay off Debt the Smart Way
Debt isn’t always a bad thing but having a lot of it can be burdensome and it can hurt your financial future. If debt is getting you down, know you’re not alone. 80% of Americans are in debt and the … Read More
Are You Lying About Your Spending?
FACT: 80% of spouses hide their finances from their partners and 20% have a secret credit card they use to fuel their spending, according to CESI Debt Solutions, a non-profit debt management company. Question is: Are you lying to others … Read More
How To Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck
Did you know that approximately 78% of people are living paycheck-to-paycheck, according to a Careerbuilder survey? Are you one of them? I used to be. I grew up in poverty on the south side of Chicago, where we didn’t have much … Read More