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Healthcare costs are often the biggest surprise in retirement planning. Medicare covers some but not all healthcare costs, so additional planning is essential. Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) offer triple tax benefits and can be used for retirement healthcare expenses…Continue Reading
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12 Household Things to Stop Wasting Money On (And What to Do Instead)
You're sitting at your kitchen table, looking at your credit card statement, wondering where all your money went this month.
You didn't make any big purchases, didn't go on any expensive trips, but somehow your account is lighter than you expected.
The culprit? It's probably not one big expense. It's dozens of small, seemingly innocent household purchases that chip away at your savings without you even noticing.
Small home expenses have a sneaky way of adding up fast.
That extra $3 here for pre-cut vegetables, $5 there for individually wrapped snacks, $10 for another subscription you forgot about. These little leaks in your budget can easily add up to hundreds of dollars per year.
But the good news is that tweaking a few daily habits can…
8 Smart Ways to Hack Your Back to School Budget
While summer may be in full swing, the back to school bell is just around the corner.
And for many, the dread of the price tag that comes with replacing old tech, busted backpacks and loading up those pencil cases can bring added stress.
One of the best ways to save money on those back to school supplies is to start planning early. School supplies can add up, but if you plan your purchases in advance, you can take advantage of all of the great savings this summer.
Here are eight ways you can hack into some savings on back to school essentials.
8 Ways to Save on Your Back to School Budget
1. Set a realistic back to school budget.
One of the best ways to save on school supplies is to make a budget.
Your budget will act as a shopping list as well. Having a list will help you purchase…
Today’s Affirmation
I am confident in my ability to make good financial decisions.
I trust my judgment and don't second-guess myself constantly.
I am comfortable saying no to financial requests that don't align with my goals.
I advocate for myself in financial negotiations and discussions…Continue Reading