Every year, renters are converted to owners by irresistible pitches. Ditch your landlord, gain the freedom to plant a garden, pay less per month on a mortgage than rent – all are compelling in their own way. The last one is particularly appealing – saving money while...
“For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.” – 1 Timothy 6:10 This is one of the most misunderstood and misquoted Bible verses. *Disclosure:...
You’re reading a personal finance blog right now, so you’ve probably heard of money expert Dave Ramsey. Dave has authored several books, teaches a popular course called Financial Peace University (which I highly recommend), and hosts the Dave Ramsey Show. *Disclosure:...
Did you know that people with high amounts of debt are three times more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression? Nearly 1 out of 3 individuals with high debt report severe anxiety, and fewer than 9% of people who are deep in debt report no mental health issues....
You are probably well aware that people can sell plasma for money, but did you know you can earn up to $300 or $400 per month? Every facility pays a different amount, but the typical payout is $20-$50 per donation. If you receive $50 each time and donate twice per...
If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, you might be surprised to learn that I haven’t always been this frugal. I used to buy coffee every day, loved shopping, and splurged on occasional visits to an expensive salon. Then my husband and I committed to paying...
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