Do You Want To Build Credit?
Do you know what to do to build credit and establish yourself as a good credit risk? Believe it or not, the way you approach a small...
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Why We Won’t Buy a Home without a Home Inspection
Eight years ago, we bought our home in Arizona. We had a home inspection by a “budget” inspector, and the home inspector found very little—exposed... more →
96 Awesome Ways to Generate Extra Cashflow
Who doesn’t want more money nowadays? We’ve got you covered on that front. Here comes a long list of different ideas on how to generate... more →
5 Reasons Why Real Estate Is a Critical Wealth-Building Component
There are a lot of ways to build wealth. Some people invest in stocks, others invest in businesses, and others invest in precious metals or... more →
Why You Should Apply for New Jobs Sometimes
How long have you been at your job? If it’s been more than five years, have you taken the time to look for another job? Even if you’re content... more →
5 Signs You Can Confidently Quit Your Job
Are you tired of your job? On Monday, do you start counting down the days until the weekend? Do you dread Sundays because you think of the long... more →
How We Saved Money Preparing Our House for Sale
My husband and I are planning to sell our house in the next few months, but we were concerned about how much we would need to spend to get our... more →
9 Things to Know Before You Sell Your Home for a Camper Van
Who hasn’t thought of selling their home and traveling the country? When it’s cold in the Midwest, you can drive to the South. If you need... more →
Steps to Flatten the YNAB Learning Curve
You Need a Budget (YNAB) is my favorite budgeting software. I tried several after I abandoned my paper budgeting system, and YNAB is the one... more →
How to Attract Good Tenants to Your Rental Property
Good tenants can make being a landlord a breeze. They pay on time, let you know promptly when something breaks, and take care of your property... more →
5 Tax Mistakes We Made Each Year
For the first ten years of our marriage, my husband and I filed out our taxes using a software program, which was often a frustrating experience.... more →
How to Spot and Avoid Credit Card Skimmers
Do you know how to spot and avoid credit card skimmers? These devices are responsible for a high amount of credit card and debit card... more →
Strategies to Set Up Adult Teens For Financial Success
When your child turns 18 and becomes an adult, that’s the perfect opportunity to spend a day or two setting him up for a bright financial... more →
4 Effective Ways to Collect Money from a Borrower
When I was a college student, I shared an apartment with two graduate students. We each put one of the utilities in our names, and then we paid... more →
Best Financial Advice When You’re in Your 20s
Being in your twenties is an exciting time in life. By your mid-20s, you may have gotten your degree and gotten your first real job. You’re... more →
4 Smart Things to Do After Payday
If you’re a budgeting nerd like me, nothing beats payday. I derive such satisfaction from having a budget prepared and filling each line item... more →
How Should You Handle Cash Gifts When You’re Broke?
If you were lucky this Christmas, you likely got a variety of Christmas gifts, perhaps including cash. However, if you sometimes need to ask... more →
Financial Benefits of a Social Media Cleanse
As wonderful as social media can be, it also has a dark side. Social media can affect our mental health. We see everyone living their best lives... more →
The Best Credit Cards for Cash Back for Groceries
The price of groceries is soaring. “Food prices overall rose 4.6% since September 2020,” but “meats, poultry, fish, and eggs had the highest... more →
Hacks that Will Erase Bad Credit Instantly
Do you have bad credit? If so, you may be denied loans or pay a higher interest rate than those with a better credit score. If you know you... more →
4 Free Ways To Protect Your Identity
Nearly 12 years ago, I discovered that my identity was compromised, and someone had placed over $1,000 in fraudulent charges. I was upset and... more →
