Cash is no longer king when it comes to daily purchases. Only 18% of Americans use cash for most of their purchases, and 29% don’t use cash at all in a typical week. This explains why so many of us don’t carry much (or any) cash. The problem is how do you get hold of […]
In a recent study, 45% of Americans reported that their savings couldn’t cover three months’ living expenses. Further, 47% of Americans spend their entire paycheck or more every month. Are you struggling to grow your savings and stop living paycheck to paycheck? The right personal finance app can help you get organized and take control […]
What are your goals in life? Do you want to travel, go to college, start a family, retire at 40, build a business, or all of the above? Regardless of what your dreams are, reaching them usually requires careful planning and money. These five steps will help you set and achieve your financial goals. 1. […]
Financial literacy isn’t discussed much in school, and that’s because there’s no requirement for students to take personal finance classes or for schools to offer them. But when you graduate from high school or college and enter the real world, understanding how to manage money well is one of the most important skills you can […]
It’s not something we like to think about, but life is full of unwelcome surprises. If you’re not prepared, even everyday surprises, such as a car breakdown, household repairs or a medical emergency could become full-blown financial disasters. Which is why building an emergency fund to insulate you from financial surprises is important no matter […]
Anum Yoon is a millennial money expert and the founder of Current on Currency. We had a chance to speak with Anum about the financial challenges associated with being an international student, and learned a few tips on how millennials can make smart money decisions. Tell us a little bit about yourself. Why did you […]
Rosemarie Groner is a formerly stressed, overworked, and exhausted mom who writes at The Busy Budgeter about how she reduced her household spending enough to be able to quit her job, stay home with her kids, and even find a way to make up her salary at home. We recently caught up with Rosemarie to […]
Nina Nelson is a simple living author, expert, and consultant who’s mastered the art of saving money and living well with a large family. We had a chance to sit down with Nina and hear her suggestions on saving money, repurposing items, and living debt-free. Tell us a bit about yourself. Why did you decide […]
Holly Johnson is a financial expert and award-winning writer who blogs at ClubThrifty.com and teaches others how to write online at EarnMoreWriting.com. Here she talks about her passion for frugality and offers her advice on smarter money management. Read on: Tell us about your sites ClubThrifty.com and EarnMoreWriting.com. When and why did you start your […]
Tracie Fobes is the owner of Penny Pinchin’ Mom, which shares tips to help people improve their life, help their family and manage their finances. SuperMoney recently interviewed Tracie Fobes here and asked her about the biggest money management lessons she’s learned along the way. Read on: Tell us about Penny Pinchin’ Mom. When and […]
Adult child sounds like an oxymoron. But if you’re a parent of a grown-up asking for a handout, you understand how these two words merge perfectly. Such a request for money immediately stimulates a maternal/paternal financial hormone that causes you to reach into your wallet. This urge to help your adult child spans everything from […]
Budgets. We all have them. From every individual household to local municipalities, to state governments, to the federal government, decisions must be made as to how the money will be spent. While budgets may not be so exciting to talk about, they are necessary and must be dealt with—whether they have been balanced or not. So […]
Perhaps you are already very mindful when it comes to budgeting your money each month. Maybe you have already cut down unnecessary spending, such as eating out or grabbing a coffee on the way to work, or even dropped costly habits, like smoking. You may have already even made room in your budget to save […]
It’s only been 50 years since the roles of men and women began to change. For centuries, women cared for children and household chores, while men were gainfully employed and took care of home repairs. Things have changed dramatically in the past 20 years. In 1999, DIY (Do It Yourself) appeared on Cable Networks encouraging […]
With summer just around the corner, we bet you’re in the mood for some serious DIY. With that in mind, we’ve compiled some great DIY life hacks for your home. There’s a little bit of everything so whether you’re looking to save save some space or create a new space in your home, we’ve got […]
Everybody expects you to mess up during your roaring 20’s. After all, you still have time to set things right. Making money mistakes when in your 30’s is another matter altogether. Financial blunders in your 30’s can haunt you for decades to come. These are the most common mistakes we make in our 30’s. Spending […]
Are you thinking of making a move to a new city? You’re not alone. Residents of the Big Apple, Los Angeles, and other major metropolitan areas often think the answer to making their paycheck go further is to move out of the big city. Some are leaping a faith and relocating in pursuit of a […]
No one ever thinks the worst will happen. “What if?” can be a scary question. But it’s a question that needs to be asked, particularly when it comes to personal finance. The sad truth is that many Americans are woefully unprepared for a financial disaster such as the loss of a job or the sudden […]
Have you ever looked around your humdrum home and longed for a way to redecorate your home like your favorite home design shows or those pics you save on Pinterest? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. New décor is attainable for people of all budgets if you know where to look. Not sure where to begin? […]
Are you struggling to save for a rainy day? You are in good company. According to a 2015 survey by GoBankingRates, 49% of Americans had no savings, and only 29% had a $1,000 or more in their savings account, so if you’re one of the few who have managed to save $1,000 or more, congratulations. […]
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