Money

Personal finance articles to help you learn how to budget, save money and get out of debt. Helping you cut expenses, live below your means, live more frugally and love your life on a budget!

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7 Things People Forget to Budget for in Retirement

Retirement should be a time to relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. But without proper planning, you may find yourself caught off guard by expenses you didn’t foresee. As you prepare for retirement, here are seven things you might forget to budget for, but definitely shouldn’t. Healthcare Costs Beyond Insurance Most people know…

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12 Things Frugal People Say No To Without Guilt

Making your money work harder isn’t about giving up everything you like—it’s about picking what matters and skipping the rest. Frugal people know how to say “no” without second-guessing themselves. Here are twelve things they don’t bother with, so you can save more and still feel good about it. Brand-New Cars Shiny, new cars can…

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11 Things People Think Are “Adulting” But Wreck Your Finances

Trying to manage your money wisely sometimes means picking up habits you think every adult should have. But not all of these habits actually help your bottom line. Some “grown-up” choices sound smart but can leave you worse off financially. If you want to skip mistakes that chip away at your savings, check out these…