Clever Financial Gift Ideas for Kids this Christmas

The holiday season is here and I’m sure many of you are already on a hunt for the best gifts to give your loved ones this year. And when picking out presents for kids, I’m sure many of you will go for the easiest route - the Toys & Games section. Sure, your children, niece and nephews will love you for it but let’s get real here, after a couple of weeks, they will just get bored of the toys you got them.  What a waste of money, right? So this year, why not rethink about the kind Read more [...]
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Words You Should Know to Sound Smart 2019 Daily Calendar

Occasionally, I run across some delightfully funny ad copywriting that I find really enlightening (or at least inspirational) with regard to writing copy that sells effectively. Bob Bly's new 2019 desk calendar definitely falls into that category. I've followed Bob Bly for years, and I have found his writing to be witty, informative, and on-point without fail. Bob is also a notorious introvert, which I'm guessing is at the root of the following hilarious copy: Based on my book "The Big Book Read more [...]
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Can You Afford a Pet?

Did you know that Americans spend an average of $126.19 every month on their furry friends, according to a recent survey?  Yes, owning a pet goes far beyond than just spending for the initial adoption fee and their on food and treats. Pet ownership requires not just a huge emotional and physical commitment, but financial too.  If you are thinking of getting a pet, a dog or a cat to be specific, you need to know all the expenses to consider. In general, here’s what you need to prepare Read more [...]
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How to Go Green This Christmas (and Save Money Too)

The holidays… oh it can definitely mean a lot of consumption! Once the "ber"-months begin, you’ll see all sorts of Christmas items swarming the retail stores.  And for people who take this jolly season seriously, it’s hard to resist spending money on new Christmas decor, cards, gift items, wrappers, treats, and other holiday merchandise, which will all just end up on storage boxes and garbage bins by the end of the season. Christmas is without a doubt, a season of love and giving, Read more [...]
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5 Zero-Waste Habits That Will Save You Money (Start now!)

Today, more and more individuals are jumping into the Zero Waste Lifestyle, a philosophy that encourages people to emulate sustainable natural cycles to reduce all discharges to land, water and air, which are harmful to the health of humans, plants, and animals. Some may think that going zero-waste is a hard and costly lifestyle to maintain, but contrary to that belief, going green can actually save you lots of money in the long run. IOW, you don't have to invest in an electric car or solar Read more [...]
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6 Ways to Use Instagram to Improve Your Finances

On a previous post, I talked about how social media affects our spending in a negative way.  But you know what, it doesn’t have to be all bad if we use it properly and be very smart about it. There are various types of social platforms out there and Instagram is one of the most popular one, with 1 billion active users every month.  So today, let’s discuss how you can use this photo and video-sharing social networking service to boost your finances. 1. Instagram is a great place to get Read more [...]
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Organize Your Holiday Gift List with These Top Apps

Well, it’s almost that time of the year again when we have to make a list and check it twice.  Christmas shopping can be really stressful and chaotic (especially for your pocket) if you’re not being organized. One of the top reasons for wrecking your holiday budget is not creating a running list to begin with.  When you have a list, you will be able to find the best deals to maximize savings and keep track of who you’ve already bought for, what you have gotten for whom and what you Read more [...]
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How Social Media Affects Your Spending

Ever since social media hit the scene, every aspect of our lives has been impacted in every way possible - spending habits, being one of them. You may not have realized it yet, but it’s true, social media has become a big influence on how we spend our money. If you are one of the 3.196 billion social media users in the world, then keep on reading to learn about the bad and the ugly effects of social media to your finances. Spending money you wouldn’t have otherwise.  Both big Read more [...]
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How to Make the Envelope System Work in the Modern World

One of the many budgeting styles to help you reach your financial goals is the Envelope System, which according to Financial Expert and Author, Dave Ramsay, is a method that uses cash for different categories of your budget that you need to store in separate envelopes. This technique that has been around for decades helps you visually see the flow of your money and holds you accountable for every dollar spent, making budgeting a lot easier to keep. But in today’s modern world of cashless Read more [...]
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More Job Ideas for Travel Enthusiasts

They say travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.  Well, that makes sense if we’re talking about gaining new experiences, friendships and priceless memories.  But when it comes to the financial aspect, let’s admit it, traveling does cost a lot of money. But what if I tell you that you can travel while putting money in your pocket?  Yes, some people are so lucky to be able to travel and earn money at the same time. Some of these job ideas include working as a Travel Read more [...]
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