How to Budget on a Variable Income

How to Budget on a Variable Income

As a personal finance blogger, I get a lot of questions from readers about how to budget on a variable income.  Budgeting is hard enough for most people. Throw in an income that varies wildly from month to month, and it’s no wonder people get frustrated with...
75 Items You’re Forgetting to Include in Your Budget

75 Items You’re Forgetting to Include in Your Budget

Many people dislike budgeting.  It’s a process of trial and error, and when our budgets fail, we often get frustrated and want to give up. Remember that budgeting is a learning process.  Your first few months probably won’t go perfectly smoothly, and that’s okay! ...
Too Many Bills and Not Enough Income? Here’s the Solution

Too Many Bills and Not Enough Income? Here’s the Solution

As a personal finance blogger, I like to ask my readers what their biggest financial problems are so that I can provide useful content to them. When I ask all of you what your biggest financial challenges are, the most common answer is this: too many bills and not...
How to Go to the Gym For Under $5 Per Month

How to Go to the Gym For Under $5 Per Month

Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to get in shape and join a gym? Ironically, you may have another resolution about getting your financial life together.  Joining a gym that costs $100/month and looks more like a luxury spa might not be conducive to that goal....