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Before you’re ready to make more money, you must master the money you currently have. I will die on this hill. You won’t be able to manage $100,000 if you can’t manage $50,000. And before you say that you need more money to survive, I’m not talking about those instances. Of course, if you don’t […]
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Let’s be real: budgeting is already a struggle, but when you throw ADHD into the mix? Whew, chile, it can feel like trying to do calculus while juggling flaming swords. The spreadsheets, the tracking, all the numbers, the “just remember to…”, – the lions, tigers, and bears OH MY! It can be difficult, which may
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As someone who has been in and out of debt multiple times, but now actively maintains an 800+ credit score, I can honestly say that credit plays a huge role in building a strong financial foundation. Having healthy credit habits can open the door for you to leverage credit to your advantage. If your credit
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The first time I got myself deep into debt was when I had no sense of control with my spending. I opened multiple credit cards and swiped away. It wasn’t until all the credit card payments caught up with me, getting denied for my umpteenth store credit card, and having one of my lenders close
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Don’t think there’s a connection between your health and your money? Think again! Physical wellness connects to financial wellness and financial wellness connects to physical wellness. In simpler terms: health is wealth. If you’re not healthy, physically or mentally, it really doesn’t matter how well-off you are financially. You won’t be in a position to
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Look, we’re not about to let an empty bank account (or tariffs 🙃) stop us from having an amazing summer, okay? Just because inflation is inflating, this doesn’t have to mean we can’t be outside, looking good, eating good, and living our best lives. The key? Being strategic and very intentional. You can live your
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There’s no denying that summer brings all the “let’s be OUTSIDE” energy! The sun is shining, the pool is calling, and those long days are practically begging us to go out and enjoy ourselves. But here’s the catch: if you’re not careful, seasonal spending can completely derail your summer budget. You may have been killing
#184: Fighting Summer FOMO: 5 Hacks that Keep Me on Track with My Budget and Goals Read More »
Who doesn’t love summer vibes? Warm weather, sunny days, and endless opportunities for fun make summer one of the most enjoyable seasons. But while we’re out enjoying the season, our summer spending habits can often take a hit. Summer is more than just beach trips and barbecues—it’s the ideal time to hit pause and reflect
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If adulting has taught us anything, it’s that there is no shortage of unexpected expenses, unplanned events, and no real security in the job market, business market, or the stock market! Being a millennial is hard! And while I can go on and on about it, it won’t change the fact that we all need
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