Millennials have certainly endured their fair share of economic challenges over the past few decades. Defined as anyone born between 1981 to 1996, many of these individuals struggled to find or keep a job during the Great Recession of 2008. In fact, well-known millennial blogger Grant Sabatier shares in his book Financial Freedom how he... Continue Reading →

Why is it that some people become millionaires and others don't? Is it because they're the beneficiaries of wealth handed down from older family members who were rich? Surprisingly, no! Surprisingly, a lot of today's millionaires are self-made and came from humble beginnings not much different than you and me. Thanks to more economic opportunities... Continue Reading →

When the holidays come around, it can be a stressful time – both for your bank account and your well-being. The pressure and commitments to get presents, host family events, and spend time with other people can be taxing. However, this time of year can also lead to darker feelings like anxiety,  sadness, and depression... Continue Reading →

What is your relationship with money like? Do you believe that financial opportunities are abundant and that given enough time and energy you'll get what you deserve? Or do you think that only certain people can become rich, and for whatever that person is not you? It’s important to understand that thoughts like these can... Continue Reading →

Who doesn’t want to get paid more? With inflation at a 40-year high and the economy slowly slipping into a recession, most people would love it right now if their employers gave them the chance to earn more than they are right now. The problem is that businesses aren't in the habit of handing money... Continue Reading →

If you're worried about the U.S. slipping into another economic recession, then you have every reason to be.  At this year's annual Jackson Hole meeting in Wyoming, U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell gave a short, direct, and ominous speech where he mentions that there will be "some pain". The speech then ends with the... Continue Reading →

Have you ever thought to yourself whether it would be better for your money to earn more or to be more serious about budgeting? Though I’m sure most people would think that their budget would take care of itself if they simply had a higher salary, I think some good arguments could be made either... Continue Reading →

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 →

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 →

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 →