Finances are a struggle. They’re the epitome of adulting and not everyone has them figured out. It takes a lot of effort and self-discipline to get your shit together, so I’m going to walk you through a popular financial strategy known as Dave Ramsey's Baby Steps that will hopefully make things easier. This post contains affiliate links. I earn a small commission (at no ext … [Read more...] about Dave Ramsey’s Baby Steps to Financial Freedom
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How to Save Money with A Sinking Fund
What is a Sinking Fund? A sinking fund is a calculated way of saving money for a planned future expense. A specific amount of money is set aside every month in order to avoid a large one-time withdrawal. Why Do I Need Sinking Funds? It can be difficult to save money in a consumerist society, but sinking funds can make it easier. Sinking funds are savings accounts which … [Read more...] about How to Save Money with A Sinking Fund
Why You Need an Emergency Fund
Not all emergencies are life-threatening. Sometimes you live in a city overrun with potholes and get three flat tires in less than a month... don't be unprepared. Create an emergency fund today! This post contains affiliate links. I earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you) for each purchase made through one of my links. Rest assured! I only share links to products … [Read more...] about Why You Need an Emergency Fund
Lessons I Learned at My First Job
Shortly after graduating from college, I was hired as an engineer for one of the top three automotive companies in the United States. This month I celebrate four years with the same company. So today I want to share the lessons I’ve learned from working at my first job. This post contains affiliate links. I earn commission (at no extra cost to you) for each purchase made … [Read more...] about Lessons I Learned at My First Job