Debt

Why My Early Money Mistakes Were The Best Things That Ever Happened To Me Financially

There was a big silver lining to them.

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Money

These Are The Most In Demand Freelance Jobs At The Moment

It’s all about tech.

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If you have a broken arm, you go see a doctor. If you’re not feeling like yourself and dealing with depression and anxiety, you can go see a therapist or a psychiatrist. But what if money is the root of your problem? We dissect if you should consider a financial therapist.

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How To Save For Your Child’s College Education: A Primer

Including breaking down what the heck a 529 Plan is.
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Americans Are Saving At Historic Rates Not Seen Since 1959. You Can’t Afford To Not Do This Too.
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How To Save Money On Uber And Lyft: A Complete Guide (Read More...)

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Budgeting 101: How To Start A Budget For The Very First Time (Read More...)

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3 Simple Tips To Save Hundreds Of Dollars On Your Wedding Dress (Read More...)

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How To Save Money If You’ve Never Even Saved A Dollar: A Complete Guide

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Mortgage

#DearBernadebtJoy: Should I Pay Off My Mortgage While I’m In Debt?

There’s a lot to consider here. A LOT.

  1. Couple Put $4K Honeymoon On A Credit Card. It Was A Wake Up Call And Now They’re Tackling $145K In Debt (Read More...)
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  3. 4 Very Different Strategies For Paying Off Debt From Someone Who Paid Off $81,000 (Read More...)
  4. How One Woman Paid Off $35,000 Of Student Loan Debt In 2.5 Years (Read More...)
  5. Is Paying Off Debt Worth The #FOMO? (Read More...)

While we dream of Pinterest-worthy living rooms and a two-stall garage, don’t forget that homeownership is a major expense. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development estimates 12 million households spend more than 50% of their annual income on housing alone. How can you save up for a down payment when you are trying to clean up your debt? Here’s our expert advice.

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Invest

How To Start Investing With $10: The Best Apps For Beginner Investors

  1. 7 Simple Ways To Start Investing Money In Stocks, Bonds, And Real Estate (Read More...)
  2. Stash Review: We Tested The App That Is Simplifying Investing For Everyone From Newbies To Pros (Read More...)
  3. 4 Things You Need To Do With Your Money If You Are Earning Over $75,000 (Read More...)
  4. How You Should Invest $100, According To 4 Money Experts (Read More...)
  5. Investing 101: 8 Investing Terms Everyone Needs To Know (Read More...)

I was lucky to have… access and visibility into investing at a young age. In my twenties I just started putting more money into [a Roth IRA]…That’s how I got to an over $100,000 net worth in my early thirties living on $36,000.

- Jeremy Schneider Who Retired A Millionaire At 36

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Frugal Living 101: How Real People Are Living The Frugal Lifestyle And How You Can Too

How to live below your means and realize your dreams from people who are doing it.
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Buying A New Car Is Usually A Financial Mistake (According To A Former Car Salesman)
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Here’s How Much Financial Experts Say You Should Spend On Each Of Your Monthly Necessities (Read More...)

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I Stopped Spending Money For An Entire Week And This Is What Happened (Read More...)

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My Net Worth Is $3.8 Million And I Rent A One Bedroom Apartment (Read More...)

GUEST COLUMNIST: Brett Holzhauer

8 Credit Card Myths Your Parents Told You That You Need To Stop Believing Immediately

There are A LOT of misconceptions about credit cards out there.