What would happen if you had a family emergency? How would you pay your bills if you lost your job or got sick? Could you cover an unexpected expense without having to borrow money? Last month I shared the first step to financial freedom – track where your money is going. Today I’m going to […]
Your First Step to Financial Freedom
Personal finance can be a very personal and emotional topic. Even though it’s one of my favorites, I shy away from it because it can cause visceral reactions. Of the hundreds of blog posts and newsletters I’ve written, it’s the only topic in which I’ve been blocked and unsubscribed. In a recent survey, my readers […]
Make Money Selling Your Crap – 6 tips to sell it fast and get what it’s worth
Personal finance can be one of the greatest sources of stress in our lives. Nearly two-thirds of Americans are said to be living paycheck to paycheck. While these statistics are frightening, there is hope. Over the years my husband and I have watched countless people (including ourselves) find financial peace. It’s possible even on a […]
The True Cost of Debt – Are you making a million dollar mistake?
How would it feel to be free? Free to chase down the opportunity of a lifetime? Free to spend more quality time with your family? Free to stand up to that bully of a boss once and for all? Freedom isn’t just for trust fund kids or lottery winners. Freedom is available to anyone who […]
10 Tips to Deal with Job Loss and Other Unwelcome Change in Record Time
It happens to all of us. Everything’s going according to plan and BAM, we get the shocking news. Whether it’s a layoff, a breakup, or illness, these unwelcome changes can be devastating. Change is one of my favorite topics in the life skills classes that my husband, Jer and I teach. Someone once said […]
How to Eat Well without Spending Your Whole Paycheck
… or Your Whole Life in the Kitchen Never eat processed foods. Cut sugar. Eat clean. Buy organic. Cook from scratch. Drink more water. Ack! Who has time for that? Not to mention the budget? I hope to convince you that you do. With a little bit of planning and prep work, you can eat like […]