Escaping a “Budgeting Stink”: Redefining Budgeting
The past few months have been quite busy for my wife and I. Those who follow this blog regularly will know that we just moved to a new city (and state). The move was busy enough, but now we are adjusting to living in a new city, making new friends, and living with a...
To Refinance or Not to Refinance, That Is the Question
Owning a home is a big responsibility. Along with the cost of maintaining the home, you also have the sizable mortgage to worry about. If you are like many Americans, making your monthly mortgage payment can at times be difficult. If you want to save a little money...
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,...
Saving Money with Every Pedal
After moving to Boston and choosing to live within biking distance to my office, I am itching to start commuting to work by bike. I literally can’t wait. Because I am so excited, I decided to update this old post from 2011 and share my plan to save money through...
Wedding Season Costs: Open a Savings Account to Prepare
Whether you’re a guest or a member of the wedding party, the costs of wedding season can easily add up. If you have several friends getting married this summer, it’s wise to open a savings account early to budget for the expenses. With this helpful guide, we’ll show...
Your Taxes: Do It Yourself or Hire A Pro?
When it comes to filing your taxes, it can be a scary thing. Especially the first time you are filing. Most times the fear is because of the unknown and the difficulty surrounding taxes and the tax code. I am here to tell you that filing your own taxes isn’t...
Roth IRA Withdrawal Rules
As I mentioned briefly in the Roth IRA Comprehensive Guide, there are several unique rules for withdrawing money from your Roth IRA. If you are considering using a Roth IRA OR don’t know what a Roth IRA is, I recommend you go to the guide and read through it to...
Making Saving A Priority
If you are looking for a way to stop living paycheck to paycheck and actually make progress with your finances, then this post is for you. You don’t need to track every penny you spend or even keep detailed spreadsheets about your finances. All you need to do is...
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....
Hi, I’m Corey. I’m a husband, college graduate, young adult, and non-profit manager. I enjoy learning new things about personal finance and sharing them with my loyal readers. Join the conversation.