What is Lifestyle Creep and How Can I Avoid It?
Lifestyle creep can happen to anyone. Here’s what it looks like and how we can avoid this sneaky and costly financial habit.
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Avoid Putting Your Emergency Fund in These 7 Places
There are quite a few places where is is highly inadvisable to place an emergency fund. Number 6 on my list may surprise you.
Major Bank Shut Down; 2nd Largest Bank Failure in US History
This bank failure comes behind 2008’s failure of Washington Mutual. Here’s what you need to know and what you can do to protect your money.
Student Loan Payment Pause Extended Again; What Now?
You have several options right now during the latest extension of the student loan debt payment pause. Let’s talk about what you can do.
IRS Announces 2023 Retirement Contribution Limits; Here Are the Details
In 2023, we will have new retirement contribution limits. Here are the details and how they affect your retirement planning.
Help Your Kids Become Millionaires With These 3 Practices
Becoming a millionaire in America is more possible now than ever before. Here is how you, as a parent, can help your kids do it starting now.
Five Scary Facts About Identity Theft & What To Do About It
Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing types of crime in our digital world. Here is what you can do to protect your family.
Is College Worth It? Here’s What College Graduates Say
Many people are asking, “Is college worth it anymore?” A survey of nearly 250,000 college grads reveals what Americans really think.
How to Make a Budget: A Step-by-Step Guide
Making a budget can be intimidating. But these steps will help you make a budget that reflects your values and goals and leads to freedom.
How to Balance Self-Care with Your Side Hustle
A side hustle is a great way to get extra money coming in. But don’t forget to practice proper self-care during your pursuits!
Worried About Your 401k Going Down? Here’s What You Should Do
Odds are you are seeing your 401k and retirement accounts lose some value. To protect your savings, follow this course of action.
Ten Components of a Healthy Financial Plan
A holistic financial plan contains these ten critical pieces. Here is a breakdown of how each helps you achieve wealth and financial freedom.
7 Ways Couples Can Manage Money Better
These 7 practices can help couples manage money better and avoid the common financial pitfalls that are common in America today.
Remittances: How Immigrants Can Stretch Family Support
Remittances can be a lifeline for family back home. But immigrants have to be careful when it comes to sending money. Here are some tips.
“What Causes Poverty” Is the Wrong Question; Ask This Instead
Our contemporary culture likes to ask what causes poverty. But this question is based on a false premise. Ask this question instead.