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The Hidden ROI of Frugality: Why Cutting Costs Compounds Like Investing

Explore the power of frugality and how saving money can lead to greater financial security and future opportunities.

20 Smart Ways to Save on Streaming and Subscription Services

Manage your subscriptions wisely and save on streaming and subscription services. These are helpful tips to keep costs low.

20 Foundational Financial Principles You Can Live By (+ 100 Articles to Dive Deeper)

These are the 20 financial principles I’ve compiled since I started writing about finances in 2013. Plus 5 articles on each principle.

20 Money-Saving Hacks So Ridiculous They Actually Work

Looking for unique ways to save money? These are 20 effective money-saving hacks that help you cut costs and rethink your savings strategy.

5 Reasons You’re Broke and How to Fix It

Are you broke? Do you call yourself poor? This article explains 5 key reasons why you may be broke, how to fix it, and why you’re not poor.

How to Save Money on Office Furniture

So you’re in a new office. Or you just want to redecorate. Either way, you want to save some money on the furniture.

9 Tips to Help You Save Money During a Move

They say that moving homes can be one of the most stressful experiences you will ever go through in your life – but moving can not only cause stress for…

15 Things You Should Buy From the Dollar Store

Dollar stores are interesting because they make their money by charging a dollar for everything. So that means things that are typically $2 or $3 are only a dollar at the…

Cars & Transportation

Moving & Life Transitions

Family & Relationships

Weddings (Save Big Without Sacrificing)

Free Tools

Financial Goals Worksheet – MMB worksheet to help you set and track you financial goals.
Bill Payment Schedule – MMB worksheet to track your bills and mark when they are paid.
Balance Sheet – MMB simple, easy to use balance sheet.
Budget Worksheet – A great basic budget worksheet from Dave Ramsey.
Irregular Income Budget – A great budget worksheet from Dave Ramsey for an irregular income.
Monthly Cash Flow Plan – Cash flow plan from Dave Ramsey.
Financial Snapshot & Budget – Excel doc budget form from J Money @ Budgets Are Sexy.

BUDGETING

Budgeting & Money Management

Travel & Vacations

DEBT

Debt & Credit

Let’s Have “The Talk”

…the credit card talk

How do I get out of debt?

The Debt Snowball or Debt Avalanche

What if it’s all credit card debt?

Follow these 6 steps, and then read this guide if you plan to keep using credit cards.

Is that what you did?

Yes, I will show you exactly what I did.

Well, what if I am older and have debt?

You can still reduce your debt after 40 and older.

My friend said I should do a balance transfer, should I?

Sometimes. Read this to decide.

I’ve spoken with people who said payday loans are very helpful.

You must speak to liars. Payday loans are the cancer of the financial industry.

But seriously, they are the worst. You can see why here.

That was a bit strong, but I guess good to know? What should I do now?

Well, if you’re interested in real estate or college, check out the sections below this. If you’re just generally trying to figure out how to save more money, check out this guide.