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Decoding Credit Scores: Your No-BS Guide to Financial Confidence
What really matters to your credit score and when should you worry about? You might be surprised at what doesn't matter!
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What Is the Best Way to Pay for a Big Purchase?
Should you use "same as cash" deals to make big purchases or is it better to actually pay cash?
6 min read


Is Your Side Gig Bringing In Enough Money To Be Worth The Effort?
There are lots of reasons to take on a side gig, not all of them financial. If you’ve been looking for side gig ideas or dabbling with...
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7 Side Hustles I Tried That Brought in a Surprising Amount of Money
One way to balance a budget is to cut back spending, but another way is to increase income. Here are 7 ideas to try while working full-time.
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10 Steps I Took to Pay Off $12k in Credit Card Debt
Closing your laptop on the last day after quitting a job. Changing into your robe after a long day. Getting out of credit card debt. ...
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4 Money Moves Everyone Wishes They’d Made Earlier in Life
You’ve seen Back To The Future , right? If I had my very own time-traveling Delorean, I’d have some strong suggestions for Young Kelley...
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Maybe You're Thinking About Retirement Wrong (& Why 'Mini-Retirement' Is Worth Considering)
What is a mini-retirement and how to take one.
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How Much You Need in Your Emergency Fund Based On Your Unique Life (Not Because Some Guy Said So)
How much should you really be keeping in emergency savings and why you shouldn't feel bad if it's not 6 months of expenses.
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2 MORE Common Money Mistakes & How To Overcome Them
These money mistakes are super common and even easier to overcome!
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3 Common Money Mistakes and How to Overcome Them
Three common mistakes that everyday people make with their money and the easy fixes to overcome them for maximum financial security.
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Yes, There Is Such a Thing as Saving Too Much
Photo by CoWomen on Unsplash There’s no shortage of headlines in the personal finance world telling us how poor Americans are at saving...
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These 3 Numbers Are More Important Than Your Credit Score
Focus on these 3 numbers for ultimate financial well-being.
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How To Limit Spending Without Tracking Every Penny
Putting together a spending plan is one thing. Sticking to it is another. Here's a system that helps.
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How To Manage Discretionary Spending With Two Accounts
Eyeballing expenses is how most budget and saving attempts fail. This strategy addresses that so you can stick to your goals without pain.
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Avoid These 5 Mistakes When Paying Off Credit Card Debt
When paying off credit card debt, avoid these common mistakes to get there faster.
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