Saving Money

5 Affordable ways to Spend Spring Break

Spring break and tax refunds are the original dream team. Whether you’re getting a breather from classes or organizing time as a family, that tax refund cushion can go a long way. Remember, you don’t have to rack up South Beach-levels of debt to have a…

5 ways millennials are spending their tax refunds

Notice a smaller refund last year? You’re not alone. The average tax refund dropped by about 2%, according to the IRS. The upside? More people got them. About 95.7 million refunds were issued, a small increase from the 95.4 million …

5 Mistakes that Sabotage Your Long-Term Wealth

We all slip up when it comes to handling money. But sometimes small infractions we think are no big deal, end up becoming mistakes that sabotage our long-term wealth. Be careful not to make these five mistakes.

1. Carrying debt
Debt, espe…

Turn Your Big Money Ambitions into Manageable Micro Goals

Last year I decided to make a change when it came to setting resolutions. I sat down and wrote out a long list of huge goals I wanted to achieve in five different categories: self-improvement, wealth, health, professional, and relationship.

How to Save the Most (Financially) From Carpooling

The average daily work commute for Americans is 26 minutes. On top of that, the cost of fuel, vehicle maintenance, insurance, parking fees, and even toll roads to get to that job can take a big chunk out of your paycheck. There has to be a better way t…

The Secret to Living Within Your Means

It’s simple to tell when you’ve begun living outside of your means. It’s that feeling you have when the numbers just don’t add up. You owe more on your credit card than you have in the bank, or you’re unable to pay rent or…

How to Make Your First $1 Million

Big money goals are intimidating, but that shouldn’t stop you from setting a high bar for your long-term financial health. With a lot of grit and proper planning, you can achieve a seven-digit net worth. Here are 12 steps to take to make your fir…