A new year always brings with it an opportunity to make positive changes. By adopting new habits and making changes to your monthly spending, you can move into a healthier commercial space. When it comes to financial matters, the saying that if you fail to plan, you plan to fail always comes to mind. It’s […]
Unlike the ancient days where women were seen as inferior beings, in today’s world, they are given equal opportunities as men. If you are a woman out there looking for a job, know that not only do you have equal opportunities as men, but you can earn from the comfort of your own home. The […]
Given the convenience it brings, online shopping continues to be the preferred method of acquiring products and services for a majority of people. Customers can also access numerous product reviews and gain access to discount-offering coupons. Yet, online shopping is not all glossy. You must take steps to avoid hackers and online predators. There are […]
When I moved a couple weeks ago from Manhattan to Brooklyn, I was reminded once again that there are certain things in life that are simply worth shelling out money for, no matter how tight your budget is. Anyone who has hired professional movers after experiencing the pain of moving without them knows exactly what I’m talking […]
Your stud may be stunning, but there’s nothing pretty about being in a relationship with someone who’s been laid off. While your heart may break for Mr. Unemployed, his perpetual presence on your sofa can get ugly – fast. When your partner gets downsized, how do you prevent a downsizing effect on your relationship? We […]
Recently, a wonderful, terrific, incredible thing in my life happened, but I’m still having a little trouble embracing the good news. Two weeks ago, my husband of four months dipped into his life savings and paid off the remainder of my student loans. This was no small feat, of course; the amount left on my […]
Your twenties are the time for fun, hard work, and setting yourself up for the best financial future possible. Here, we go over twenty money mistakes to avoid in your twenties so that you can live your best life now and be debt-free in the future. 1. Skimping on Health Insurance It might be tempting […]
There it is again. That once-a-month unsettling feeling. It’s not your ovulation cycle. It’s your monthly financial cycle making you nauseous. It’s that nagging feeling that accompanies the deadline for your rent check. Who’s getting rich off your rent? Are you wasting money when you should be building equity? And what the heck IS equity, […]
So you’ve just noticed the $4.99 mystery charge on your cell phone bill; and, how annoying, that “emergencies only” credit card you never use billed you $15 for your frugality? We consulted two experts to find out if these and other hidden charges are legit, and if there’s any way to avoid being nickel and […]
