Making Saving Second Nature
*this post contains affiliate links Another package arrived at the front door. I tried to run and grab it before he noticed, but it was too late. He had beat me to it. My husband turned around with the classic Amazon box in hand. “Another one?” he asked. “Um, yeah” I mumbled as he rolled […]
It’s no secret that buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. Becoming a homeowner has often been a symbol of the American Dream, but it’s important to realize how a high mortgage can eat into your disposable income. Millions of Americans are considered ‘house poor’ because a substantial amount […]
Having trouble making ends meet? You’re not alone. According to Forbes, nearly half of Americans expect to live paycheck to paycheck this year. If you’re strapped for cash, it might be time to look at your spending and cut things from your budget. We’ve been in this exact same position. Several years ago, my husband […]
Quicken vs Mint – These 2 major personal finance tools have been competing for years! I’m breaking down the difference between Quicken and Mint. You’ll also learn if Quicken is worth the price. *this post contains affiliate links When it comes to managing your money, there are many personal finance tools that can help you […]
*this post contains affiliate links If you’re new to budgeting, then you’re likely searching the internet looking for a sample budget so that you can truly SEE budgeting in action. I totally get it! If you’re a visual learner, you probably want to see a real family’s sample budget so that you will be motivated […]