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Traveling to various destinations around the world is a dream for many, but the costs associated with it can often seem daunting. However, there are affordable ways people can make the most of their travel dreams. Here are some nice hacks travel pros are fully aware of that inspire travelers can also try out. 1. […]

While being more extroverted may be a requirement for various careers where interactions are a must, there is also an influx of jobs for introverts too. No longer is being introverted a negative when it comes to starting your career, so if you fit this personality type — fear not!  However, the real challenge is understanding

While saving money and investing is key to a great financial future, it also doesn’t mean you should never spend money on yourself. This is what the concept of “treat yourself” is all about! It’s doing things or buying something that will boost your happiness and improve your overall mood. However, you also want to be

Whether you are saving for a house, retirement, family education costs, or just to be more financially secure, saving for the future can be a bit of a challenging task. No one can predict where the future will lead them, but saving money aggressively can pay huge financial dividends for you later on in life.

As surprising as it may be to you, some 1.7 billion adults worldwide still don’t have access to a bank account, according to data released by the World Bank. This is what you call being “unbanked.” However, there are still several ways you can cash a personal check without a bank account. Remember though, personal checks

Investing in the stock market can be a mix of emotions and can take you on a roller coaster ride financially if you are not prepared. It can also be intimidating, scary, and sometimes, plain confusing at first. By investing in the stock market, you can elevate your wealth overtime and reach your future financial

The concept of having a side hustle is not new, but it certainly has become extremely popular in recent years. I think even more so with millennials looking for ways to make extra cash. No matter your goal for starting a side hustle, it’s a great way to: build extra income, help you learn skills and

Just when you thought personal finance couldn’t get any more challenging, it can get a bit complicated when you start growing your family. Maybe you just have a spouse currently or you might also have children. Balancing everything and ensuring your family’s finances are in order can be tough.  I mean, who has the time to

This better money habits guide is complete with everything you should start doing right now to set yourself up for financial success. Many of these suggestions can take time and might not be attainable for you right away. But, getting started right now will set you up long-term. But with hard work and dedication, everything

Generally, when searching for answers about personal finances and becoming financially secure, I think many people are hoping for magic formulas. Or just looking for some sort of secret process that has never been shared before.  If that is your thinking, I need to tell you that there is no secret formula! Don’t worry, in my

As you work on building your wealth and investing your money, one area that may intrigue you is real estate. Owning property to either rent out or flip has grown in popularity over the years and more people are interested in getting started.  However, oftentimes the idea of investing in properties and what it takes can

Making money and the ease of getting started is totally there, but everyone operates differently. So certainly keep that in mind. It’s important to note that these are not “get-rich-quick” options or ideas that you’ll make a full-time income from either. But these are more about ways to make extra money to help your financial

Investing in yourself means you are putting time, money, and other resources into better your current life and also your future. Instead of primarily just focusing on material things, you instead look for opportunities and assets that will raise your knowledge that can make huge impacts for you. The goal is that you are always

You can live a more frugal lifestyle without destroying your quality of life too, even if the definition of stingy is a bit harsh. At the end of the day, it’s a very personal lifestyle that really depends on every person’s circumstances, lifestyles and goals.  Nor do you need to save every penny and never

Unclaimed money refers to financial accounts that have been inactive or accounts you have not accessed for over a year. Since these assets are rightfully yours,  the unclaimed property laws require any financial institution to give you the unclaimed assets at some point in time. These companies are generally not in a rush to reach

Have you ever wondered how to earn money from home? The idea of working from home and “remote” positions has grown in popularity and more companies are offering particular jobs that option.  By working remote, you can find yourself with a higher paying gig, it helps save you more money, and can increase your overall

For most people, figuring out how to invest $1,000 will be one of the first steps to making better financial choices. It’s a decent amount of money to accumulate, but at the same time, it’s also not a huge sum for investing.  But that does not mean you can’t find investing options for you. If anything, you