Did you know that nearly 90% of medical bills contain errors? This means that vast majority of Americans have grossly overpaid on medical bills simply due to lack of knowledge. Dr. Virgie Ellington is an internal medicine physician and medical billing expert who helps patients learn how to advocate for themselves and avoid financial devastation…
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…
Did you know that you can negotiate your medical bills for less than you owe? Yes…even after your insurance kicks in! Today I’m sharing our story of negotiating our medical bills down along with exactly what you need to do AND say to pay less for your medical bills. Be sure to listen and check…
Struggling to get ahead when you are behind on bills? You are not alone. In fact, according to CBS, 70% of Americans say they are struggling financially. Many families are living paycheck to paycheck and are just trying to catch up on bills. When debt and bills add up, it can feel like you’re not…
Raise your hand if you dread heading to work. Unfortunately, this is the reality for so many people. I hear it all the time, “I don’t want to work anymore, but how do I still pay my bills and decrease my debt?” While it’s certainly not easy, I’m here to tell you that it’s actually…
As a mom of two, I know just how difficult it is to keep on track and stay within the budget. But as a single mom, I can imagine it’s even harder. Having one income and multiple people to care for means you must spend every dollar carefully. It’s all about being a mom on…
Feeling like your budget just doesn’t seem to work? Want to take charge of your finances and make better money decisions? We often create budgets that don’t reflect our patterns and habits. That’s why it’s essential to include things that bring us joy in our budgets (like those Starbucks runs!). In this post, we’ll break…
In just over one week, my new book Money Made Easy will officially be out in the world! I’m currently feeling all the emotions: excited, nervous that no one will buy it, and relieved that this process feels like it’s over while simultaneously feeling like it’s just beginning. The good news for you is that…
Learn how to manage your money like a pro (and keep more of it). This financial guide will explain everything about fiscal responsibility- in the simplest way possible. Follow these money-saving steps and you’ll be more fiscally responsible this year! What Is Fiscal Responsibility? Fiscal responsibility is a political term that refers to how the…
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It’s easy to write a budget that you think is perfect until you’re 5 days in and you realize you forgot to add in room for an upcoming birthday or a seasonal activity with your family. When these forgotten budget items are missing from your budget, suddenly budgeting feels impossible. If you feel like giving…
After more than 8 years of living on a budget, our family has had a ton of experience when it comes to developing better money habits. During that time, we’ve discovered (and tested) a ton of budget and money hacks that helped us stop living paycheck to paycheck. After lots of trial and error, we…
It’s never too early to start saving for Christmas! Especially if you’re making it your goal to be better prepared financially for the holidays this year. Saving for the holiday season can ensure that you can have a wonderful Christmas without the guilt of the January credit card bill. Here are 5 tips to help…
