Do you struggle to follow through and reach your new years resolutions? You need self control, determination, financial consideration, and DIY know how to reach your new years resolutions. resolution [rez-uh–loo-shuh n] – the act of resolving or determining upon an action, course of action, method, procedure, etc.
Don’t let the holiday sales take advantage of you. -Take advantage of them.
Being frugal is no easy task for most of us. Everyone has different backgrounds and upbringings. These things shaped you into the person you are today. It all contributes to your habits, values, and everyday decisions. Wither you realize it or not you may have negative feelings about saving that aren’t necessarily relevant to your… Continue reading Do You Struggle With Being Frugal & Saving Money?
Every time I think I have my budget figured out, a new expense comes along. -Medicine/insurance/housing/exc. A cost rises or something new needs to be added to the budget. Every time I have to adjust the budget to a higher amount it feels so crushing. Trying to keep the budget small/low is very difficult… Continue reading Having to keep readjusting your budget, is a good thing.
Invest in your future by making smart purchases now. Spend well, not more Instead of spending more focus on spending your money well. This is a concept that implies you should spend with a purpose in mind not just to spend your money freely. What are your dreams/goals? Focus on making them happen. What… Continue reading Invest in your future, make smart purchases now.
Life is tough and so is managing expenses. Often times it feels like there isn’t enough money to go around. Never enough to pay off all debts, all monthly bills, pay for the vacations you want to go on, the house you want to buy, ext. The list can go on and on, there is… Continue reading Living with Less: Too much or not enough?
Practice self awareness, be honest with yourself about your financial situation. •Stop pretending your rich when you are not. •Stop pretending you can afford to eat out every night and attend every activity. •Stop acting like your debt will work itself out. •Stop pretending your retirement is so many years away you don’t have to… Continue reading Self Control: Finances & Aspirations
My previous post talked about my obsession for being financially prepared. Saving money and making smart choices will help you to free up more of your money. When you make your budget based on your income, you should definitely consider the following money situations, below. They are things you may already have on your mind… Continue reading Set Your Life Up for Financial Success
I’m not obsessed with money, I’m obsessed with being prepared.
You would think a quote as easy to say and remember as “a penny saved is a penny earned” should be just as easy to understand. So many people today think that pennies and change are no longer relevant and wouldn’t mind or care if they were gotten rid of. I however do not agree.… Continue reading A Penny Saved is a Penny Earned
Finding a Happy Medium 