Budgeting. A dreaded word and something we should be doing in order to get our finances under control. With countless online tools, apps, books, and blogs on the subject, you would think it would be easy to do. However, many people fail at budgeting. There are few common budgeting mistakes. In this article, we will […]
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Book Review: “The Millionaire Next Door” by Thomas J. Stanley & William D. Danko
The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America’s Wealthy (Revised 2010) by Thomas J. Stanley, William D. Danko We often think of the millionaire lifestyle the way media portrays it – opulent homes, luxury vehicles, lavish spending sprees on consumer goods. What The Millionaire Next Door depicts is a strikingly different situation. Most millionaires […]
Read MoreRedeeming Credit Card Rewards for Airline Tickets
How do I redeem my Credit Card Rewards for airline tickets? I have been asked this question or something similar on many occasions. For some people it is a complete mystery as to how to redeem the points that they have accumulated. It can be confusing and complicated. It can also be incredibly rewarding when […]
Read MoreShould I Start a Side Hustle?
Before we answer this question, let’s first agree on a definition. A side hustle is not a new idea but a term that seems to be to the latest craze. According to Merrriam-Webster dictionary, “’Side hustle’ appears to have entered our language in the 1950s, when it was used to describe both scams and legitimate […]
Read More6 Money Saving Strategies for Summer Fun
The summer is the best time to take advantage of many free and inexpensive activities. Whether you are planning a family getaway or are looking to do something fun closer to home, there are all sorts of options. To get you started, here are six money saving things to do during the summer. Go see […]
Read MoreBook Review: “Your Money or Your Life” by Vicki Robin
Your Money or Your Life: 9 Steps to Transforming Your Relationship With Money and Achieving Financial Independence (Revised 2018) by Vicki Robin In my previous blog posts, I focused on books detailing the nuances of the stock market and the best places to invest your money. This month, I decided to backtrack a bit and […]
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