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 Money Goals Everyone Chases That End in Burnout and Overspending

It’s easy to say you’ll save more or spend less. Making those changes last is much harder. Many people begin with big plans, but they end up tired and facing larger credit card bills. Here are seven common money goals that leave people frustrated and running low on cash. Trying to Stick to a “Perfect…

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9 Annoying Changes You Can Make Today That Will Save You Thousands

Sometimes, the small stuff you avoid is exactly what drains your cash the fastest. Everyone wants to spend less, but the easiest ways often sound downright irritating—or at least not very fun. Still, these annoying but simple changes can keep a fat stack in your pocket for things you actually want. Switch to Generic or…

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8 Money Rules You Learned From Your Parents That Are Totally Wrong Now

Your parents probably had good intentions when teaching you about money, but times have changed. Some of the advice they followed doesn’t hold up in today’s financial climate. Here are eight outdated money rules that you’re better off leaving in the past. Keep All Your Money in a Savings Account Your parents probably told you…