Getting out of debt seems unrealistic for a lot of us. As we keep making monthly payments with little to show for it, it can be discouraging to keep going about things in the same way. However, with a little bit of adjustment with your strategy, you too can start to dig away from your … Read more
Dealing with your credit score can seem like a mammoth task. We sometimes make improvements here and there, but the issue most of us face is that fixing your credit score sounds like something that’s going to take forever. However, with the right approach to being mindful and proactive with your finances, it’s possible to … Read more
Everyone wants a vacation, but they can be hard to plan for. After all, with so much going on in our day-to-day, actually setting aside a savings plan for a vacation can be tough, especially with how expensive a great trip can be. However, even if you feel like this is something that you may … Read more
Choosing to file for bankruptcy is a huge decision, but for almost 795,000 individuals and businesses in 2016 alone, the choice was clear and necessary. If you are one of the thousands of individuals who have had to file, you may wonder if your life will ever be the same. Once the arduous bankruptcy process … Read more
Are you saddled with more credit card debt than you know what to do with? Are you concerned that you’ll never be able to make any progress in eliminating the debt? Although you may be in bad situation, there are steps you can take to pay off your credit card debt in a timely and … Read more
The use of a balance transfer credit card may be all you need in order to improve your life and realize your many financial goals. Before you do anything, you need to settle on the perfect balance transfer credit card. With so many offers, it’s easier than ever to find one that gets you excited. … Read more
Whether you’re a dog person, a cat person, or a person who prefers the company of a 15-foot Burmese python, you want to give your pet the best care possible. You’re also aware that caring for Fido, Fluffy, or whatever one names a giant reptile isn’t easy when you’re on a tight budget. The average … Read more
Only about 32 percent of Americans create a personal or household budget, but about half of American households are living paycheck to paycheck. A MetLife report found that 49 percent of working Americans are concerned or anxious about their current financial well-being, yet many are finding it difficult to create and stick to a budget … Read more
There’s no doubt that a little extra cash in a person’s pocket is never a bad idea. Statistics show that more than 65 percent of people working a side hustle are doing so because they want to have more spending money, while other common reasons include increasing savings, paying off debt, and covering their basic … Read more
For most, Mother’s Day marks the day you can begin your outdoor planting. From digging holes for annuals to purchasing bags of mulch, late spring and early summer are perfect for beautifying your yard. If you have the time and energy but lack the money to transform your outdoor space, you should know that some … Read more