How I Found Success Despite My Lower Middle Class Upbringing
Sometimes people see a personal finance blogger striving for financial independence and think they must have grown up with well-off or financially savvy parents. The … Read more
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Geoarbitrage Explained: The Pros, Cons, and How To of Moving to Save Money
I was into geoarbitrage before I knew there was a word for it. I spent 10 years living in Los Angeles, but upon discovering the … Read more
Workers Stand Up to Bully Bosses Showing Who Really Has the Power
A bad boss can make or break a job. Far too many employers don’t know how to lead, treat their employees poorly, and expect workers … Read more
10 Realities of Being Poor You’ll Never Understand Until You’ve Lived It
Rich folks tend to live in an idealistic bubble. They can afford food, shelter, good schools, and anything they want, so they never learned how … Read more
How Much Does Life Cost? The Harsh Truth Shows How Expensive Basic Survival Really Is
Life is expensive, but just how expensive is it? We set out to answer “How much does life cost?” to provide an idea of the … Read more
Top Money-Saving Decisions People Are Most Proud of
Saving money isn’t easy. So when we make a choice that saves us tons of money, we should celebrate! It also helps to hear other … Read more
Embrace Financial Responsibility: Here’s Why it Matters and 3 ways to Improve
Financial responsibility is essential for everyone. It’s part of being an adult and a functioning member of society. Though normal people think of paying bills … Read more
Discover the 7 Most Popular Budgeting Methods – Which is Best for You?
Everyone tells you a budget will improve your financial life. But if you’ve never managed your money before, that’s not very helpful. How do you … Read more
Her Nightmare Highlights Why You Should NEVER Invest in a Home You Don’t Own
Trusting the wrong person can destroy your life. Far too many people gave their time and money to a relationship, only to watch it wither … Read more
Budgeting Basics: How To Budget without Feeling Deprived
If you ever want to achieve financial security, budgeting matters. But it’s not the dirty word you think it is. Budgeting isn’t about restriction but … Read more