Having a budget is so powerful. We may think budgeting is mainly about restricting ourselves. But really, budgets help us set financial goals and work towards them. In this post, I go over how to create a budget and provide free printable budgeting worksheets with journal prompts to help you set and work towards your goals. Read on for more!
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In the long term, stock prices have always gone up. It’s one thing to say that, however. And it’s another to believe it when you have thousands of dollars invested and the stock market crashes or even just declines a bit. If the stock market goes down, what should you do? And does that advice change depending on how much the market goes down? Or when you need the money? Read on for 7 simple steps to take to prepare and respond to a downturn.
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Do you feel like you have a million financial goals but no idea how to actually reach them? Knowing how to prioritize your savings goals and where to save for your different goals is so important for actually meeting those goals. In this post I go over how to prioritize multiple savings goals, figure out how much you need to save for each, and where to save your money for optimal returns. Let’s achieve your goals together!
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Did you know you can invest in real estate without actually buying real estate? Real Estate Investment Trusts, or REITs, allow you to invest in real estate from apartment complexes to movie theaters to office buildings. Plus, by law they are required to distribute 90% of their profits as dividends. Read on to learn how you can earn passive income and diversify your investments with REIT stocks.
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If you have a child or teen in your life, chances are you want to set them up for a strong financial future. One of the best ways to do that is to teach them about investing and even get them set up with their own account. In this post, I go over investing options for kids and teens, the pros and cons, and how to get started.
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Making your own lunches is an incredible way of saving money and calories! However, it’s hard to find the time to meal prep when our lives are busy. In this post, I show you all my favorite work from home lunch ideas and recipes, including snack recipes, that require little to no meal prep and are healthy and inexpensive.
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Budgeting can sometimes feel too restrictive and limiting for our ever-changing lives. This is where flexible budgeting comes in. By following a few simple rules and using automation, you can develop a budget that easily flexes with your life and goals. Read on to learn more!
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Are you struggling to meet your financial goals? Or dreaming of a different job? Side hustles are a great way of earning income and trying out a new career. However, starting a side hustle can be intimidating. In this guide, I go over some of the most profitable side hustles you can start with relatively little experience and little to no upfront costs. Read on to find out more!
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The housing market is wild right now. For many of us, affording a home seems impossible. One option for making homeownership more afford (or even profitable!) is house hacking. From renting a parking space to an Airbnb to flipping a home, there might be a house hacking option that’s right for you. Read on to learn more.
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Asking for a promotion is one of the best ways of setting yourself up for career success and financial gain. While asking for a promotion sound intimidating, there are easy steps you can take to set yourself up for a great outcome. Read on to find out more.
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