I haven’t always been good with money. In fact, I have coined myself a “free-spirited nerd“. In other words, I am really good at laying out plans, but when it comes time to implement them, I tend to sabotage my efforts. I’ve learned so many financial lessons that I hope will inspire you to take…
There are meal planning ideas for families all over the internet. If you perform a search or go to Pinterest, you’ll find tons of different options for dinner ideas. But when I was learning how to meal plan for my own family, I became very overwhelmed by all of the options, and it seemed like…
There no denying the fact that buying a luxury car is one of the pinnacle symbols of success. Regardless of whether you’re into sedans or SUVs, everyone knows that the manufacturer mark on the hood of the car and written across the trunk is what really matters. Symbolism aside, luxury cars come stocked to the…
When I worked in the banking industry, I can’t tell you how many people used to bring in their tax return and cash it. This was before direct deposit was a trusted method of receiving funds. Remember when everyone thought they needed to have a paper check in-hand for the money to actually exist?! I’ve…
As we round the corner in 2019, it’s worth taking another glance at the state of personal finance and debt. This year, perhaps more so that others, the conversation around debt has zeroed in on student loans and the burden they have become. While the promise of higher qualification leading to a higher salary can…
Most people have heard of the Dave Ramsey Baby Steps, but if you haven’t, I’m going to give a detailed overview of exactly what the baby steps are and how they can help you achieve financial peace. First, though, I want to define “financial peace.” I think it’s pretty self-explanatory but to me, achieving financial…