Making Saving Second Nature
It’s happened again. You are 2 weeks into your monthly budget and you’ve blown it. You’re wondering where on earth your money went! If you feel like giving up and throwing in the towel, you are not alone. We have been there. You could be overlooking items in your budget. Now, I’m not talking about […]
If you’ve ever skipped writing a budget for Christmas, then you likely know how stressful it can be to spend too much every December. In fact, most Americans spend over $1,000 every year on gifts, decorations, and holiday travel. This can be extremely overwhelming for families and can even lead to consumer debt. By writing […]
When you need an income boost, these 15 ways to make an extra $500 a month are a game changer! Some you can even do from home. What would you do with an extra $500 a month? Maybe you would get out of debt, or maybe you would save up for a vacation. No matter […]
Has there ever been a time in your life when you know you really screwed up with your money? Maybe you took out a loan that you didn’t need or you consistently blew through your income and didn’t have enough money left at the end of each month. Listen, I get it. I’ve been there. […]
A few weeks ago, my husband and I went out to dinner and had the most in-depth conversation about our budget that we’ve had in a LONG time. Now don’t get me wrong, we have money conversations a lot. But they are usually more surface-level conversations that focus on paying bills and tracking our spending. […]
Are you feeling overwhelmed with medical debt or hospital bills? If so, you aren’t alone. 137 million Americans are struggling with medical debt. Even a simple procedure or unexpected hospital visit can be costly in the long run. And because you might have other debt (like credit cards or student loans), medical bills tend to […]
Hello, my name is Allison and I suffer from depression and anxiety. You might be surprised to read this sentence on a financial blog. In fact, I cannot tell you how many times I sat here in my room and retyped that same sentence over and over again. Do I just come right out and […]
Cash envelopes can truly change the way you interact with your money and finances. In fact, the cash envelope system has changed our budget and finances in so many ways. But how on earth does it work? Can cash envelopes truly help you with impulse spending and your finances? And how do you buy something […]