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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17 Things People Thought Were Frugal, But Really Aren’t

Sometimes we have the best of intentions to save money and be frugal. We follow all the tips that were taught to us growing up from family or others’ personal experiences, only to find out that we’re actually just wasting time and money. Here are 17 things people thought were frugal but realized they’re really…

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5 Reasons Index Funds Are the Best Investment for New Investors

Let’s talk about why index funds are the best investment for new investors – but let’s do it in a way that doesn’t require a finance degree. It’s probably important to mention this is simply my opinion based on my own research and experience, but I’m going to share it with you in terms you…

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5 Books That Will Change the Way You Think About Money

One of the big characteristics of successful people is they are usually avid readers. Are your finances in trouble? Causing you stress? Do you have negative opinions on money that you may have picked up from your childhood? Pick up a book. Here are five potentially life-changing personal finance books that will change how you…