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Be honest with me…when you hear the word “investing”, how does it make you feel? Common answers may include overwhelmed, scared, anxious, confused. And for good reason! They don’t teach the principles of how to invest in school, so if you have any of the common feelings, you’re not alone. While it’s perfectly normal to […]
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We’ve all been there. Life is “life-ing”. Our job is mundane and not fulfilling, bills come every month (they just don’t stop, do they?), parents and grandparents are aging, we work 5 days/week for 8-10 hours with only 2 days to “rest”, and the economy is still in flux from a crippling global pandemic…we just
How to Get Yourself Out of a Slump without Busting Your Budget Read More »
Have you heard of the term “travel hacking”? If not, you’re not alone. I was introduced to the concept of travel hacking over a year ago by a Travel Rewards Coach (and yes, those exist). If you listen to episode 12 of the CGS podcast: An Introduction to Travel-Hacking, you can get all of the
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Money doesn’t buy happiness. I firmly believe that. However, I also believe that money buys you options…and having the option to decide what to spend your money on is what breeds happiness. Having the option to take a trip, bless a family member, leave your job, start a family, and so much more. Money makes
Spend Your Money on These 7 Things to Feel Fulfilled Read More »
The digital space has taken over. Whether it’s making money, spending money or creating relationships virtually, the internet has proven to be a lasting way to live life. City Girl Savings wouldn’t be where it is today without the internet! If you’ve been wanting to dip your toe into the digital waters, becoming a virtual
#64: Becoming a Virtual Assistant with Coin Countin Mama Read More »
Have you been wanting to start a business? Struggling to figure out how you can do it with your day job? Starting a business is a huge deal, but it doesn’t have to be a hard process! I started City Girl Savings when I had a full-time job in corporate America. Thankfully, I had been
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At what point are you finally going to prioritize changing your money situation? When will you decide to stop doing the things that hurt your financial situation? For about 99% of us, there is no winning lottery ticket. There is no Prince Charming sugar daddy. There is no $200,000 salary around the corner. Instead of
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For a Virgo like me, the thought of a fresh start is exciting! It’s a time to get reacquainted with goals, assess progress and set the tone for the days ahead. I love a fresh start – whether it’s a new year, new month, or a new day! I think we can all leverage the
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If you’ve been in the CGS community for a while, then you know I preach this fact: a budget is the number one tool for financial success. I’ll never stop advocating for budgeting because it’s what turned my life around over a decade ago and led me to where I am right now – writing
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