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Back in August U.S. News sent me an email with an interesting subject line. “Treat Every Purchase Like an Investment” OMG! What great clickbait! The email contained various article links discussing credit, loans, budgeting and etc. However, the title is what stuck with me the most. It made me think. What if I treated regular everyday purchases like I was investing? How would I shop differently? That is an intriguing thought,...
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Think of the QUALITY of our lives opposed to the QUANTITY of things in our lives. That isn't to say we can't have the things we want and need, but those things aren't supposed to "have us". Monday Morning Tip highlights others working to help us make better financial decisions and reach our dreams. C O N N E C T W I T H M E Facebook: Email: [email protected] Twitter: YouTube: B U S I N E S S For speaking, group or...
College and other higher education can be costly. We see in the media the debates regarding student loan forgiveness. However, if you want or need to further your education, it will be up you to figure out a way to pay for it. College, and technical schools are true life-long, high dollar, investments. You want to get the most for your money, without overpaying or going into mountains of debt. This week we review potential ways...
Car shopping can be fun. I mean who doesn’t love that “new car” smell? However, the fun can quickly fade if auto payments become a burden stressing your budget and causing problems. A tip to remember is shop around for your best deal and pay close attention to current and future personal income. Car loans are averaging 70 months (almost 5 years). Think about the opportunity loss. Money spent on a car payment, cannot be spent in...
No matter how extreme your financial situation may be, always try to leave at least a little room for fun. Now that does not mean go splurge and blow the rent money or mortgage. Instead find inexpensive simple ways to bring joy into your and your family’s life. Think about things you can do at home, like a picnic in the backyard or dinner by candlelight. Create your own ice cream bar or your favorite treat for dessert. Anything to make the...
...Warren Buffett Yahoo! Finance featured an post by Serah Louis about billionaire (yep, BILLIONAIRE) Warren Buffett, one of the richest men in the world and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. He is known for both his investing savvy and financial frugality. Mr. Buffett doesn’t fit into the standard clichéd billionaire mold. Even with a $100-plus billion net worth, he keeps a “regular kind of guy” persona which makes him easy to relate...
What keeps you from saving? Is a financial challenge or a mental challenge? Try this? Start saving a very low, easily doable amount each week or pay period. If it's only a dollar, that's fine. Create the habit. Break your self doubt. Show yourself it is possible for you to save. When you can, increase the amount. Sometimes we have to stop looking at the "big picture" and simply focus on our next step. Monday Morning Tip highlights...
Simple but powerful words. Put your savings on "autopilot" so you don't have to think about it or touch it. Review your amounts and accounts regularly and adjust when needed. Be mindful and intentional about how you spend your money. Mindless spending can turn into hundreds or thousands of dollars spent over the course of a year. Make the most of your money!! Monday Morning Tip highlights others working to help us make better financial...
