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Regardless of whether you have just started budgeting, or have been budgeting for a while, staying motivated to make and stick with a budget month in and month out can be tricky.  Let’s be honest, putting self-imposed limits on our own spending isn’t always as glamorous as

Financial independence doesn’t just happen once you turn 65. It takes planning and living on less than you make so that you can save and invest. Regardless of your age though, it’s good to know that it’s never too late to prepare for your retirement. 1. Pay

What would your life be like if you didn’t have any debt payments? How would your financial picture change if you weren’t tied to those payments month in, month out? Let’s break the cycle and finally get out of debt. Three years ago, my family had close

In an effort to not overwhelm my budget every month, I have set up seven (yes, seven) savings accounts. I lovingly refer to these accounts as my sinking funds, and they quickly became my pride and joy (aside from my children of course). A Sinking fund is

I often listen to the Dave Ramsey podcast where people will call in with their money questions. Most of the time he’ll ask the caller what their estimated income is, and I am amazed (and not in a good way) at the number of people who aren’t