Luxurious experiences and possessions aren't just for rich people. In this article, I'll discuss how to live a luxurious life on a budget without betraying common sense values such as living below your means. In the process, I'll challenge common conceptions about what "living a luxurious life" even means to begin with.
How to live a luxurious life on a budget
When is working overtime not worth it financially?
Working overtime to earn some extra money isn't always worth it. In fact, it can sometimes actually set you back in the grand scheme of things. Keep reading to learn more about when working overtime isn't worth it financially.
How to complete a no-buy year without going insane
A no-buy year involves cutting all discretionary purchases out of your budget for 12 months. This can be incredibly helpful if you're trying to pay off debt or save for a large future purchase. Keep reading as I share some tips for completing a no-buy year successfully.
How to build wealth in your 20s while still having fun
If you're a typical 20-something, you likely find the concept of building wealth to be very foreign. After all, you probably haven't been working full-time for more than a decade or so. You may even have student debt and other obligations that seemingly make building wealth next to impossible. I'd like to challenge that notion, though.
Is college a waste of time and money?
Many personal finance bloggers seem to have a vendetta against college. Money Twitter (an informal description for the personal finance community on everyone's favorite bird-themed app) is filled with hot takes about why Gumroad courses are better than college. But are these opinions based in fact? Is college a waste of time and money? Let's discuss!
How do credit card companies make money? The surprising truth
You probably know credit card companies make money via interest payments. That's not their only means of raking in the big bucks, though. Keep reading to learn more about how credit card companies turn consumers into cash cows.
What to do NOW if you’re drowning in debt
Drowning in debt is easily among modern life's most unpleasant experiences. It's also incredibly common, with 33% of Americans having debt that's currently in collections. The good news is that you don't have to stay trapped in debt's vicious cycle forever. Keep reading as I share some tips for breaking free and reclaiming your financial well-being.
How to be “good with money”
You'll often hear people talk about being "good" or "bad" with money. If you've ever wondered what that really means, keep reading. In this article, I'll discuss how to be good with money.
9 smart tips for working and going to school at the same time
Working and going to school at the same time can be very stressful. I know this firsthand; I worked full-time during my final two years of college and made lots of money but also many mistakes. In this article, I'll share what I learned along with some pointers for maintaining your sanity while simultaneously working and going to school.
How to invest $200k wisely
To many people, $200k is a life-changing amount of money. Perhaps you're well aware and in desperate need of advice regarding how to invest a $200k inheritance wisely. Or maybe you've saved that much money over the course of several years and would like to do something with it. Whatever the case may be, keep reading as I share some options and tips for evaluating them.