Take control of your finances with budgeting tips, spending strategies, and everyday money management tools. Whether you’re saving more, spending less, or setting new goals, this section helps you build a solid financial life.
As you continue to send your resume to one employer after the next, you hope to receive “that” call. The one in which the other party asks you to come and interview for the position. Once the excitement wears off, there is a good chance the nervousness will settle in. Are you ready for the … Read more
Unexpected expenses can derail even the most perfect budget. While you can’t predict when they’ll happen, there are a few expenses that are almost unavoidable especially if you’re married, a homeowner, or employed. Unemployment. Lots of factors affect how long it will take you to get another job, but the rule of thumb is that … Read more
Credit cards remain popular among many people for a variety of reasons. From the reward points to the convenience, there will always be people who would rather swipe their plastic than pay with cash. Conversely, there are several high level benefits of paying with cash. Once you become familiar with these, you may find yourself … Read more
Even with health insurance, it is possible you could one day face a large medical bill. Despite your frustration, it means nothing to the facility or provider that wants paid. While there is no guarantee of success, it is possible to negotiate a medical bill. Here are several tips that can guide you: 1. Don’t … Read more
Are you the type who saves in advance for vacation? You set a goal, based on the destination you hope to visit, realizing that you can reach this number with the right strategy. In today’s day and age, traveling is more expensive than ever before. The cost of airfare and lodging are on the rise, … Read more
At some point, you may look at your career path and wonder what is going on. Maybe you enjoy your job. Maybe you don’t. Maybe you are ready to make a change. Maybe you are too scared to search for a new position. Anybody considering a change has a good reason for doing so. For … Read more
It goes without saying that you spend a good portion of your week at work. While there is nothing wrong with working hard to make a living, it is also important to remember there are other areas of your life that deserve just as much attention. More and more companies are offering a flexible work … Read more
When you look at your budget, what do you see? Be honest. If your budget has treated you well in the past, you are in good shape as 2015 wears on. Conversely, if you have found a few holes, it is time to patch them up as soon as possible. No two people have the … Read more
When you reduce wasteful spending, you will soon find yourself living a better financial life. After all, you will have more money for the things that really matter. Of course, there is one major problem with this: before you can reduce wasteful spending you need to identify what has gone wrong. This is easier said … Read more
Do you work a position in which earning a bonus is possible? Some companies pay these once a month. Others only pay once a quarter or once a year. Regardless, this should be more than enough to keep you focused throughout the year. After all, the better you perform the more money you earn. What … Read more
