Hidden College Expenses

Hidden College Expenses

When it comes to paying for college, the expenses that come to mind are your tuition, room and board and of course, books. But there are many other expenses that we often overlook. We don’t intentionally overlook them, but because they tend to be on the smaller...
How Debt Hurts You

How Debt Hurts You

We all know that debt is bad. Having debt means that we are spending more than we are making. While some instances debt is required, such as for the purchase of a new home, in most cases, debt is a bad thing. In this post, I am hoping to show you just how much debt...
A Budget That ACTUALLY Works

A Budget That ACTUALLY Works

When it comes to be financially successful, everything begins with the budget. With a functioning budget, you see exactly where your money is going and where you need to cut back. It is essential that you have a budget. Even though knowing how important a budget is,...
How to Get Your CAREER Off the Ground

How to Get Your CAREER Off the Ground

Growing up a child I learned how to get a successful job: graduate high school, go to college, and then pick and choose the best company making you an offer. It was simple. Or so I thought. The unfortunate truth is that it is very hard to get a job when you are young....
Extreme Frugality

Extreme Frugality

When I first started out this blog, I went through a series of frugal tips. I prided myself with coming up with weekly tips on how to help people save money. I know that cutting your expenses is the first step to financial responsibility. Regardless if you are making...