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Comparison steals joy in personal finance - focus on your progress rather than what everyone else is doing. Social media shows highlight reels, not complete financial pictures. People have different… Continue Reading
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4 Ways Being Credit Invisible Affects You & 4 Ways You Can Turn it Around
Being invisible to the financial system might not sound like a bad thing.
But for some people on low incomes, the consequences are profound, locking them out of basic services like credit cards or mobile phones and often forcing them to pay over the odds for their energy bills.
Establishing a credit history is an important financial step to take. Without credit, you may be deemed “credit invisible,” which can be as difficult as it sounds.
About one in 10 adult Americans are credit invisible, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
When you’re credit invisible, you can get by making everyday purchases with cash and debit cards. But you could have a harder time accessing credit products and have to delay important milestones, like buying a car or a home, as a result… Read More
Having 'The Money Talk': 6 Critical Topics to Hit With Your Partner
You’ve been together for a while now and you’re starting to be filled with excitement about taking your relationship to the next level.
You think about your future together.
Where would you live?
What kind of family would you have?
What kind of adventures will you experience?
But then you are faced with the dreaded, “the money talk” with your partner.
Well, you’re not alone. In all the fun and emotion of dating, money conversations often get left out. This is because talking about money doesn’t seem romantic… Read More
Today’s Affirmation
I ask myself, "do I need this or just want it right now?"
My values guide every dollar I spend or save.
I'm patient with my purchases and thoughtful… Continue Reading