A popular trend over the past decade has been to spit in the face of digital currently and use paper money instead. Why? Many people believe that paper money keeps you from overspending. You only have a set amount. Once you spend it, it’s gone. In theory, this sounds nice. You simply keep cash… Read more
The importance of working as a student
According to a study from private student loan lender Future Finance, 78% of students in the UK feel the importance of working during the summer months. While 26% are looking to gain experience, 24% need to make ends meet. That means they are more likely to take a bartending job, or a job in retail,… Read more
5 Ways to Handle Legal Matters on a Shoestring Budget
No one ever anticipates getting caught up with legal matters, but unfortunately, it happens. Whether you’re dealing with a personal injury claim, landlord and tenant issue, or lawsuit brought on by creditors, there is probably nothing as financially draining as dealing with an issue that must be brought before the legal system. From the filing… Read more
How to Stop Buying Garbage You Don’t Need!
Probably the biggest reason people don’t get rich is because they spend it all. Does that make sense? Jeeze, I hope so. What most people do is they take what little money they have and immediately dispose of it. Popular methods of disposal are for things like cars, shoes, purses, toys (like quad bikes,… Read more
Over Half of Brits think they will own a house by the time they are 30
Surveys consistently show that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to buy a home. For many young Brits, buying a home has become a statement of financial investment or commitment to a partner. With new research from icount, showing that 60% of Brits think they will own a house by the time they are 30. Why… Read more
Is Health the Key to Wealth?
It’s probably not a surprise to you that rich people get sick less often than poor people. Now, is it because they are wealthy which is why they are healthy? Or are they wealthy because they are healthy? The relationship between health and wealth is a great one. What will blog post will do… Read more
Getting Financial Help for a Struggling Small Business
The ‘Great Recession’ may be behind us, but the economy is still full of uncertainty. For some business owners, they are still struggling to get back on their feet. For others, foreign competition, or new technologies have thrown them a curveball. The government knows it is tough to run a small business, but they are… Read more
When Does Travel Fit into a Financial Plan?
This is a question I’ve been contemplating since I was 14. When I was 14, I had my first job. The job didn’t pay much but since I was in high school, I was able to save nearly everything. One day, there was an early morning meeting about a group tour. A tour company… Read more
4 Financial Advantages to Being a Nomad
The nomadic lifestyle is starting to increase in popularity. As more individuals break free of the confinements of corporate jobs, high cost of living, and increased stress, the idea of taking off to explore the world around them becomes more attractive. Unencumbered by the financial burdens that keep many from living a joyous life, being… Read more
Is Abstinence the Secret to Financial Success?
When we think about sex and money, we often think of the extreme cost of children. Children are no doubt expensive. And how do we get children? You know. So is abstinence the secret to financial success? For this discussion, it’s not about being abstinent forever. If we agreed to that, the human… Read more
The Money Mentality of Americans
America is a powerhouse. In terms of economy, entertainment, news, politics, you name it. So what is it about the mentality of Americans has enables them to be involved in so much? Is it a good mentality? Are they happy? Are they as rich as they seem? Let’s determine what makes Americans tick, today on… Read more
Teaching Your Kids About Money
It’s important to teach your kids about personal finance. For the most part, these ideas aren’t going to be taught in schools. And places that do teach them often skip over the important stuff. Most kids don’t need to know how to write a check, even though they still teach this in some places. Kids… Read more