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Tag: Financial Literacy

  • Want to get better with money? Become a better student.

    Want to get better with money? Become a better student.

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    Let’s get right to it. If you’re trying to get better with money, I’ve got great news. It’s totally possible to start, today. Here’s the thing. People have different ideas about what it takes to get a grasp on their financial situation. Some believe it’s an income issue. ‘If I only made more money, I…

  • Bank fees are bleeding you dry. Here’s the fix.

    Bank fees are bleeding you dry. Here’s the fix.

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    Bank fees are going to be one of the most boring topics I write about on this blog. But for one of you…. it will also be one of the most important topics. Maybe even the thing that kick starts your money progress…. especially if you’re someone who finds themselves constantly paying bank fees without…

  • Your secret weapon to saving money? Make your progress visible.

    Your secret weapon to saving money? Make your progress visible.

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    Psst – if you’re looking for a way to keep track of how much you’re saving, stick around for the end of this post. Got a big lofty goal that feels out of reach? That’s what saving money feels like for many people: whether you’re saving for your emergency fund, your next vacation, or another…

  • How living below your means allows you to thrive

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    If you’ve don’t know the phrase “live below your means”, then you’re missing a pretty crucial piece of financial wisdom. Here’s the deal. Lots of us would love to have more money. And this isn’t about greed: more money in the bank can give us the breathing room we need to feel financially secure. Which…

  • How do you ‘feel’ about your spending?

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    No, really. Do you know your feelings and emotions around your spending habits? I am a big believer in tracking your expenses. And for all the practical reasons, of course: transparency around our spending, increased awareness of our money habits, and a mathematical basis for being able to actually save as much as we mathematically…

  • There’s no shame in not knowing.

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    Gang, the financial fitness journey is challenging enough. The combination of mentality and behavior change alone can is new for many of us. And the consistency and diligence required to build wealth is a marathon all on its own. Let’s not add shame to the mix. If you’re someone who’s embarrassed that they don’t understand…

  • Don’t cancel that credit card just yet.

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    If I could have it my way, I would only ever use 1 credit card for all my purchases. Why? Because I’m someone who doesn’t like clutter…even though I’m human and fall victim to it time & again. It’s a mental load to me, knowing that I have multiple credit cards – all originally opened…

  • Student loans take no prisoners, too

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    Much like credit card debt, it seems, student loan debt can really take a bite out of your financial life. I’m not talking about interest rates – which can be lower for federal loans, and downright predatory for private ones. And I’m not even talking about the high principal balance that a typical American student…

  • If all your money goes to food delivery- the temptation just got worse.

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    The Scoop: Doordash plans to offer an ‘Eat Now, Pay Later’ plan for those who’d prefer not to pay upfront for their food. Frankly, I’m not sure what to think. The Pro: On the one hand, giving people the option to pay for purchases when they’re financially stable enough to do so always sounds great.