by Miranda | Financial Literacy, Financial Planning
When you’re living paycheck to paycheck, it can be difficult to get excited about budgeting. Indeed, budgeting seems like the least of your worries when you’re broke. However, this is the time when you really need a budget more than ever. Putting together...
by KathrynV | Consumer Info, Financial Literacy
Reading reviews of a product before choosing to purchase it is one of the smartest things that a savvy consumer can do. However, it is important to be discerning when you read reviews. These days, there are as many user reviews and even paid online reviews as there...
by Miranda | Debt & Credit, Financial Literacy, Financial Planning
When I was in college, I got a payday loan. I needed $200 to pay my rent while I waited for my first paycheck from a new job. Instead of phoning my folks, I went to the payday loan place, armed with my bank statement. I got the payday loan, and was told that I needed...
by Linsey Knerl | Financial Literacy, General Finance
I’ve been blogging professionally since 2007, but you don’t need to have a profitable site to learn the basics of blogging success. Even if you are just a hobbyist with a passion for connecting with your readers, you can benefit from these basic personal finance...
by Miranda | Financial Literacy, Financial Planning, Savings
At the outset of a new year, it is natural to consider what can be done to improve your financial situation. Building a strong financial foundation can help you prepare for financial freedom down the road. Chances are that you may not be able to achieve financial...
by Miranda | Financial Literacy, Financial Planning
One of the most important things you can do for your finances is to understand your priorities. I think a major reason that so many people end up in financial trouble is because they haven’t taken the time to consider their financial priorities, and create a...