Many modern households live on two income streams. However, there are just as many situations where it makes little sense for both parents to stay in the workforce. The main impetus for this is when daycare costs match or exceed the salary of either parent. There are ways to ease the financial burden if you’d […]
By Andrew from LendEDU – a consumer education website and financial product marketplace. Andrew has learned quite a bit about personal finance while writing and working for a consumer-oriented small business over the past several years. U.S. consumer debt is at an all-time high, with the average American holding 3.7 cards, according to a recent […]
It can be tempting to let tidiness and organization go out the window when you first grow up and move out of the house. The truth is, being messy can end up costing you a great deal of money. A cluttered world leads to a cluttered mind and messy decision making, especially financially. Being organized […]
Personal finance fads come and go almost weekly these days, but some timeless pearls of financial wisdom will always ring true. Money has taken various forms over the centuries. It stands to reason that certain truths have been discovered along the way that tell people how to make the most of their monetary assets. Here […]
If you’ve heard the common financial advice once, you’ve heard it 100 times. Here’s a few tips that you might have not heard before? Sometimes when you see a new perspective, perhaps it will generate new ideas, thoughts, and actions. A new perspective may just change your financial future. Consider these financial tips to change […]
While paying cash for your next home might seem outlandish, if you put in the time and effort required, it’s actually a very attainable goal. While you may not be able to purchase a sprawling Tudor Mansion in the “old money” neighborhood in town, a ranch style home that needs some TLC or a manufactured […]
It’s easy to throw out your budget and get entirely carried away shopping during the holiday season! The excitement and urge to give makes carefree spending seems like the only way to go. As fun as the holiday season can be, it’s very important to keep a close eye on your keeping to regular budget […]
Saving money and eliminating debt is the topic du jour in personal finance. These days everyone is looking for ways to do either or both of these things. It takes a lot of hard work, but it is possible to take control of your existing debt and learn to live life within your means from […]
Total household debt in the United States is over $2 trillion. What’s shocking is that dollar amount does not include mortgage balances owed on our homes. Carrying a balance of consumer debt has become the norm in the United States. If you’re seeing the negative effects of carrying too much debt starting to impact your […]
Most money “survival guides” tell you the exact same thing: spend less money than you make. This sounds so obvious that it’s almost ridiculous to say it at all, but think about how many people spend themselves into debt well beyond the income they actually make. Even people who earn high incomes often carry huge […]
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