People are more likely to overspend during the summer. This can be due to a variety of reasons whether your expenses have increased or you’re spending extra money on summer activities and travel. Since we know a spending increase may affect your budget during summer months, it’s best to determine how to handle increased expenses […]
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8 Ways to Stay Motivated When Finances Are Tight
Life throws us all sorts of curve balls. It’s all about the way you handle them. Being in debt and having a tight budget can be pretty burdensome. The key is to stay motivated and find a way to make your finances work even if money is tight for the moment. Staying motivated during tough […]
Why You Need a “What If” Fund
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Varo. The opinions and text are all mine. This is a sponsored post written on behalf of Varo. All opinions are my own. You’ve worked hard to build an emergency fund then an amazing, unexpected opportunity pops up. You wonder – is dipping into […]
7 Ways to Get Paid to Shop
Ever wanted to get paid to shop? If it seems like an unlikely perk, you’re wrong. Everyone shops whether they like it or not. If you want to save money on the things you buy, you may look into scoring deals or discounts. While there’s nothing wrong with that, you can also earn money for […]
6 Cheap(er) Alternative Housing Options
Buying a home is the ultimate symbol of the American Dream. There’s just one major issue, houses are expensive. Not only does it cost a lot to buy or finance a home, it will also cost more money to repair and maintain the home. For some, it’s a burden they’d rather not deal with. The […]