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The Best Time Management Hack
CLICK HERE FOR OUR DAILY TIME TRACKER There are quite a bit of blog posts out there, even on this very blog, that talk about
The Subtle Art of Saying “NO”
Saying “No” to someone can oftentimes be a very difficult thing. As humans we naturally don’t want to let people down, especially when it’s people
How To Become Financially Free In 10 Simple Steps
Before getting started I wanted to point out that even the thought of becoming financially free is a privilege that unfortunately not everyone has. Due
What Is Your Real Hourly Rate?
Do you know what your real hourly rate is? This probably seems like an obvious question right? Simply divide your paycheck by the number of
24 Best Money and Life Quotes
This week I turned 24 years old. To some that may seem young, but I was recently told that I am old, which was a
Blockchain: The Fundamental Technology Behind Cryptocurrencies
Brief Introduction: I am pleased to share with you an awesome guest post from our close friend Steve. Over the past 4 years Steve has
One Tool That’s Helping Me Save Hundreds
If you’re reading this post then the thought of saving money clearly interests you. I would like to start by saying that you are definitely
How To Recession Proof Your Portfolio
Before diving in too far into this article, I want to preface this with… I am not writing this because I think a recession is
The Quick & Easy Way to Stay Informed
What does your weekly morning routine look like? Most people wake up, get dressed, eat breakfast, pack lunch, and drive to work. Your morning routine
The Best 10 Day Norway Itinerary
For those who don’t know, Jake and I have just returned from a remarkable trip in Norway (partially why there have been less posts these
Summer Savings: 5 Tips to Financially Survive the Season
Summer is arguably the best of the four seasons, the sun is shining, the kids are on summer break, and you couldn’t be more excited
Become More Self-Aware Through Personality Tests: Part 3
In Part 1 of this series, we learned about the DiSC personality assessment which evaluates your present-day personality. This is meant to show you what
The Point of Frugalism
Often times the word frugal is thrown around with a negative connotation for someone who is a cheapo. In some ways that’s not wrong, however
Best Real Estate Investment Strategy
There are a number of real estate investment strategies out there and finding the best strategy really depends on your personal preferences. So, in this
Is Convertkit Worth It?
If you have a blog or are planning on starting a blog then you may have started thinking about what email provider to use. There
Taking Control of Credit Card Debt
One of many things that the average person in the U.S. has in common with other folks is credit card debt. Getting out of debt
How To Make Over $50,000 A Month Through Affiliate Marketing
As the title suggests, this article will discuss the benefits of affiliate marketing and how we got started on our journey of affiliate marketing. If
What is Airbnb Rental Arbitrage?
This post outlines exactly how to run a profitable Airbnb rental arbitrage business along with the many factors to consider before diving into this specific
The Trinity Study & The 4% Rule
In the last post that I wrote “What is the FIRE Movement” I mentioned the 4% rule. I stated that a 4% withdrawal rate is
What is the FIRE Movement?
Raise your hand if you’ve heard of the FIRE movement… (nerdy blogger joke #1) Since I can’t see your hands through the screen I’m going
5 Books To Add To Your Summer Reading List
My April 2019 Book Report “Those who lead, read.” We all know that reading is good for us. Strengthening our cognitive abilities, providing answers to
Paribus App Review: Save More
Have you ever purchased something online for a certain price and then you see the next day or the next week that the price has
How Should I Invest My Money?
How should I invest my money? A common question asked by many and understood by few. More often than not, people believe they need to
Best Strategies to Simplify Your Life
Let’s be honest, life can be very stressful with everything that we have going on. The average adult works 40 plus hours per week, and
How To Travel The World For Free By House Sitting
We have a lot to thank the sharing economy for. Uber, Airbnb and Turo are just a few of the more popularly known companies. But
9 Best Frugal Habits To Go Green!
Go green to save some green $ , amirite? *crickets chirping* Any who, back to frugal green habits… The word frugal makes people think one
5 Reasons Why You Should Be Using Mint
Keeping your finances all in order in one central location has never been easier. The app Mint makes this possible. If you’ve read 5 Simple
How I Crush Student Loan Debt
According to Student Loan Hero, the U.S. has a combined total of $1.56 trillion of student loan debt spread across 44.7 million Americans and the
Understanding Your Credit score
The average person most likely knows that an individual’s credit score is important. However, there tends to be a lot of mystery behind credit scores.
The True Cost of a Furry Friend
Growing up in a family that always had pets, I knew from a young age that I always wanted to have a dog in my
How I Budget to Save 65% of My Income
Personal finance writers far and wide continuously rant about the importance of a budget. And with new budget methods and strategies being released on what
Should I Invest Before Paying Off Debt?
A question as old as time… not really but at least as old as the creation of debt tools and investment vehicles. It is likely
How to Start a Blog
So you want to learn how to start a blog, well your in the right place. Creating a blog is a lot of fun and
How the Miracle Morning Can Change Your Life
“The Miracle Morning” written by Hal Elrod is an amazing book that provides you with a 6-step morning routine that will help you be a
Why You NEED An Emergency Fund
Emergency Fund Here is yet another topic that should be discussed before kids graduate high school, but only a lucky few ever actually learn about.
Everything You Need to Know About Index Funds & ETFs
In the Financial Independence Retire Early Community (FIRE), we often hear people recommending investing solely in index funds because of their low cost, simplicity and
How to Prioritize Your Savings Goals
Saving your money can be stressful. Understanding how to prioritize your savings can be confusing and present itself as a difficult task. When I first
The House Hacking Series: Part 4 – The Round Up
The Round Up With the goal of helping beginners learn how easy it is to house hack, this series has come to an end… for
How to Earn FREE Money Through Ebates
Do you enjoy shopping online? Would you enjoy it even more if you could earn cash back from your purchases? Gina and I try to
How I Save Hundreds Every Month on Groceries
I know what your probably thinking but no I am not an extreme couponer. In fact, I can count on one hand how many times
How To Get A FREE VACATION & Evaluate Credit Cards
Two words – Free. Vacation. No, this isn’t a scam. I am being 100% honest. If you want a free vacation, all you have to
The 5 Most Important Retirement Accounts That You Need
Setting up your retirement accounts can sometimes be a daunting task. It can be difficult to understand the differences between each type of account and
The House Hacking Series: Part 3 – Finding & Analyzing Properties
You’ve done your loan research, you have talked to your lender and you have been self-educating… now what? The next steps take a bit more
5 Tips to Stay Focused & Motivated
Have you ever been sitting in a meeting or classroom and the speaker is going on and on. You feel your eyes starting to glaze
7 Best Budget Tips by Top Finance Bloggers (With Bonuses)
Budgets are like diets. People are highly motivated when they first start one, ready to conquer the world and eager to share with everyone. But
How to Escape the Rat Race
The rat race is the competitive evergoing struggle to get ahead financially and is often met with no avail. The majority of people are stuck
The House Hacking Series: Part 2 – How to Landlord
After reading Part 1 of this series, I am sure you are thinking something along the lines of “That sounds great and all but being
17 Must Try Side Hustle Ideas
This article is for those looking for some side hustle inspiration and/or looking for some new ideas. For those who are unaware, a side hustle
Become More Self-Aware Through Personality Tests: Part 2
After reading Part 1 and taking the DiSC assessment, you should now know your natural tendencies as well as any strengths and weaknesses that comes
5 Wicked Reads for Personal and Financial Improvement
Did you know that around 75% of Americans claim to have read at least one book in the past year, per pewresearch. Not to mention
