27 Feasible Ways How To Better Yourself in 2022

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This article originally appeared on www.thesavvycouple.com and was re-published here with permission. Are you wondering how to better yourself? It’s not easy, but it’s achievable! Self-improvement is a journey, and we want to help you get the most out of it. With practice, you can learn to be better at the things that are important […]

How Much Should I Save Each Month?

This article originally appeared on www.thesavvycouple.com and was re-published here with permission. (graphic created by Becky Neubauer for TheSavvyCouple) Have you thought to yourself, “How much should I save each month?” but never found a satisfying answer? There are different ways to approach this question, and it can be overwhelming to decide the right amount […]

35 Gifts For Mom Who Doesn’t Want Anything- But Pamper Her Anyway

This article originally appeared on www.thesavvycouple.com and was re-published here with permission. What do you get the mom who doesn’t want anything? Whether it’s because she has everything she needs or because she hates getting gifts, finding gifts for mom who is difficult to shop for can be a challenge.  However, there are plenty of […]

How to Achieve Financial Independence: 8 Tips and Tricks

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Most people want to achieve financial independence but don’t know how. To help you achieve financial independence, below are eight actionable tips and tricks that anyone can use to attain financial freedom. Whether you’re starting or are already on your way, these tips will help you get closer to your goal. What is Financial Independence? […]

Is Buying a House Worth It In This Market? Pros and Cons of Buying vs Renting

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June 2021 saw the most significant reduction in national housing affordability since 2014, an 11.9% drop. You may be wondering, is buying a house worth it? The housing market is evolving rapidly, leaving people wondering if it’s still worth it to take the leap and become a homeowner. Housing prices are increasing, and changing interest […]

Why Is Financial Advice For Women Different Than For Men?

Women don’t need (or want) pink-colored financial advice packaged in a dumbed-down way that ‘appeals’ to women. But women experience a different financial reality than men do in many ways. There are many financial considerations and gender issues that affect women’s finances, such as the gender pay gap; maternity leave, healthcare, and childcare considerations; women […]

How To Be Financially Literate: 5 Fundamental Concepts

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According to a recent survey, nearly two-thirds of Americans can’t pass basic financial literacy tests. The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) findings reveal a troubling lack of financial knowledge among Americans. Only 34 percent of survey respondents could correctly answer all five questions on a basic financial literacy test.  The numbers are even lower when it comes […]

FYF 49: New Year, New Budget: How to Update Your Spending Plan

Create a new budget for next year with these 6 simple steps. By creating a new budget for the new year, you can get back on track with your financial goals and set yourself up for success. [smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/findyourfreedom/007-3_Audition_metadata.mp3″ twitter_username=”fyf_podcast” ] Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, or on your favorite podcast platform. Today’s […]

FYF 48: Find Time & Money to Travel (While Paying Off Debt) with Danielle Desir from The Thought Card

You can travel with a full time job, even if you have debt. Danielle Desir talks to me about strategies for affording travel and traveling with a full time job in this episode. [fusebox_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/findyourfreedom/010-4_Emily_complete.mp3″ twitter_username=”fyf_podcast” ]  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, or on your favorite podcast platform. Today’s Guest Danielle Desir from […]

FYF 47: 8 Steps to Setting Goals You’ll Actually Achieve

Want to achieve your new year’s resolutions? To be part of the 8% of people who actually achieve their goals, you’ll have to do something differently. [fusebox_track_player url=”https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/findyourfreedom/47_goal_setting_02.mp3″ twitter_username=”fyf_podcast” ] Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, or on your favorite podcast platform. Today’s Topic 8 Steps to Setting Goals You’ll Actually Achieve With Becky […]

FYF 46: Travel for Free: Beginner Travel Hacking Tips with Julia Menez from Geobreeze

Want to travel to Hawaii for free? It’s possible with travel hacking (both Julia and I have done it)! Julia Menez is a travel hacking coach, speaker, and founder of Geobreeze. After traveling to more than 30 countries before the age of 30 and saving thousands of dollars each year by travel hacking, Julia uses […]