So you want to learn how to quit spending more money than you make? Here are a few ideas that have helped me…
Budgeting
How the 80/20 principle applies to your money
You’ve probably heard of “the 80/20 rule.” The technical term for this common phrase is called the Pareto principle, named after . . . you guessed it, a man named Pareto . . . .
$500 a Month You Might Be Overlooking
Would an extra $500 a month help? Of course. And it is possible that you already have that $500; you simply need to corral it and use it.
How to Buy “Throw Away” Cars
Some people do not want to drive older cars (especially when they are not nice looking), but I am content to do so, especially while we are working so hard on building a financial foundation. If you want to look for a “throw away” car, here are some things to keep in mind.
7 Tips To Be A Smart Black Friday Shopper
Retailers are intelligent, but you can outwit them by being a smart Black Friday shopper. Here are some of the best tips I’ve come across to save money and get the best deals.
MoneyWell Review | Envelope Budgeting Software
Over the past four years or so I’ve been using proactive envelope budgeting software called MoneyWell. It’s available on the Mac platform and there’s a companion app called MoneyWell Express for iPhone and iPod touch. Here’s what you need to know about it!
How Much Should You Spend on Groceries?
Our groceries budget has fluctuated over the past couple of years. It started high, then went down pretty low, and now it is up again. I want to ask you, the readers, how much you spend on groceries so that we can all learn some valuable tips!
What is Gross vs. Net Income?
Quickly, how would you would answer this question: “What’s your income?” Everyone should understand the difference between gross and net income and why both numbers are important in your financial life.
