Saving for the future is difficult, especially when the instant gratification of spending constantly calls out to us. The dopamine surge we experience when we spend isn’t the only obstacle to saving anymore either. Routinely setting money aside has become harder than ever for many due to hardships spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020….
As much as we like to strive for work-life balance, for many freelancers, small business owners, and self-employed earners, there is little separation between their business and personal lives. This blending can blur the line between a personal expense and a business expense. Luckily, many personal expenses can be written off as a tax deduction,…
We all need to eat, and who doesn’t want to be rewarded for that obligatory milk and bread run? Even if you’re the coupon-clipping master, it’s impossible to completely eliminate a grocery bill. With grocery receipt scanning apps, though, you can earn cash and rewards on those necessary food purchases making that mundane trip to…
Booking your dream vacation should be a moment to celebrate. But since no one knows what disruptions await us around the corner, spending your money on travel that might not happen can also come with a big dose of anxiety. If you’re hesitant to plan your trip for fear of the unknown ruining your plans,…
Avoiding debt is a noble goal. And while it’s wise to reduce the amount of debt you carry, that advice tends to simplify the concept of debt into a single lump of undesirable financial burden. When really, there are two types of debt good debt and bad debt. Debt holds no moral leanings. It isn’t…