A mortgage is one of the largest expenses every month for most families. For many of us, the feeling of having a large debt for 30 years is unnerving. Of course, owning a home is preferable to renting in most situations, so having a mortgage is pretty much just a fact of life in our…
When we think about ways to make money off our living space, things like turning your home into a vacation rental come to mind. But what if you live in an apartment and your apartment isn’t on the beach, in the mountains, the heart of the city, or some other highly-sought after location? Is it…
If you follow this blog it’s no secret that I’m a fan of side hustles as a way to make extra money and work towards financial freedom. My own personal experience with side hustles is the reason I recommend this approach. My online business originally started as a design blogging side hustle (in 2007), and…
Most Americans consider retirement age to be 65, or somewhere in that ballpark. Early retirement might be considered 55 – 60. Yet, there are plenty of people in their 30’s and 40’s (and sometimes even younger) who are able to achieve financial independence. Reaching financial independence doesn’t necessarily mean that these people are completely retired…
In order to manage your money effectively, you’ll need to make wise decisions and spend your money on the right things. We talk a lot about ways to save money and reduce spending, but sometimes spending a little bit of money will actually allow you to save more in the long run. This article features…
If you’re looking for a way to get more exposure for your blog content (and who isn’t?), working on improving your headlines or post titles is one of the most effective things you can do. You can have the best content of any blog in your niche, but if your titles/headlines are boring, your blog…
One of the most important skills for any blogger is the ability to write headlines that capture attention and interest. With so many different blogs and websites out there, you’ll need to convince and entice readers to give your content a chance. The job of the blog post headline is to get browsers on social…
If you’re careful with your money and prone to save, travel may feel like a luxury and an unnecessary splurge. For others, travel feels like a critical aspect of life. Regardless of your perspective it’s possible to save A LOT of money that will make travel far more affordable. If you’ve been dreaming of a…
Moving to a new house can bring a lot of excitement. Most of us dream of having certain things in a home or a property, and when some or all of those dreams come true, it’s only natural to be excited. But the reality is, moving is expensive. In terms of building wealth and making…