Author name: Raya Reaves

Raya Reaves is the Founder and Finance Coach of City Girl Savings, LLC. Raya launched City Girl Savings in 2015 as a resource for women from all walks of life to learn about personal finance and money management. Raya teaches women how to create and stick to realistic budget plans to reach their financial goals. Raya resides in Austin, Texas with her boyfriend and two Yorkie dogs.

5 Effective Financial Goals for the New Year

5 Effective Financial Goals for the New Year

There’s no denying the power of setting financial goals…any goals, for that matter. Goals keep us motivated. Goals give us something to work towards. Goals help us measure our success towards the things that matter most. Most people, myself included, set goals at the beginning of the year. There’s nothing like a fresh start! If

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22 Ways to Level Up Your Finances in 2022

22 Ways to Level Up Your Finances in 2022

It’s hard to believe it, but another year has come! For the past five years (yes, since 2017!), I’ve been writing financial “level-up” posts at the beginning of the year, sharing a number of ways to improve your finances. I’m keeping the tradition alive! Since we’re moving into year 2022, it’s only fitting to share

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5 Ways to Stretch Your Dollar Through All the Seasonal Festivities

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…”! Oh, I just love the holiday season. It’s like there’s something in the air! The twinkling lights, the Christmas trees, snow (depending on where you are), it’s all so magical! While it’s fun to enjoy the energy that comes around the holidays, it’s also easy to let

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