There are many things in life we become experts at. Most of us strive to learn everything we can about our jobs in hopes of advancing our careers. But we also can become experts through our hobbies, interests, and even in our roles as parents, spouses, and friends. Yet, one area that so many people... Continue Reading →
The 10 Biggest Money Mistakes That You’ll Regret Later in Life
When you’re young and getting settled in your career, it can be easy to get your priorities confused. Some people will not take advantage of opportunities that could make them rich later in life. Others will focus too much on how much they’re earning when they should have been more concerned about the things that... Continue Reading →
Why Reaching Financial Freedom is So Important
Have you ever thought about what your life would be like if you no longer had to work for money and were free to do whatever you wanted with your time? That may sound like a fantasy, but every day more and more people are taking steps to do what’s necessary to reach something called... Continue Reading →
How to Fix Your Relationship with Money in 7 Steps
Do you often blame money for your problems? Does talking or even thinking about your financial situation make you feel uneasy? For many people, this is a very real issue. According to a report from FINRA surveying more than 19,000 U.S. adults ranging from 21 to 62 years old, 60 percent of the respondents said... Continue Reading →
What’s the Best Financial Advice You Can Give Someone?
Imagine for a minute that you could sit down and talk with some of the best and brightest minds when it comes to money. What kind of tips or recommendations do you think they'd have for you? In this post, I'd like to share seven of the best pieces of financial advice I've come across.... Continue Reading →
3 Good Reasons Why You Should Spend Your Money
Sometimes in our efforts to do better with our finances, it can start to feel like all you’re ever trying to do is “save your money". Whether it's for a major purchase (such as a down payment on a house), your retirement, or even just an extra stash for rainy day emergencies, there's never a... Continue Reading →
Rich vs Wealthy – What’s the Difference?
Lots of people dream about being rich one day. But is it possible that what they really want is to be wealthy instead? These two terms are used in our society almost interchangeably. However, as similar as they may seem, they have very different implications when it comes to how you manage your finances. In... Continue Reading →
How to Talk About Money with Your Spouse
Money can be a tricky thing to talk to your partner about. Sometimes we avoid it because it makes us uncomfortable or we don’t want to start a fight. However, if there’s a problem that needs to be addressed and it continues to go unresolved, then it could fester into trouble for your relationship. As... Continue Reading →
11 Ways to Stop Stressing Over Money
Do you often worry about money? If so, then you're not alone. According to the American Psychological Association, at least 72 percent of American's report feeling stressed about their finances. This is due to a variety of factors such as mounting debt, loss of employment, not being able to make ends meet, and uncertainty about... Continue Reading →
The Top 10 Financial Tools You Should Be Using Right Now
The world of personal finance isn’t something you have to navigate all alone. Thanks to the Internet and lots of creative advancements in technology, there are tons of great apps and software programs that you can use to enhance every aspect of how you manage your money. But with so many to choose from, how... Continue Reading →