We go to school to learn new things. We want to be able to equip ourselves with the knowledge and skills necessary for adult life. Math, Science, English. These are all important subjects. But I believe that the most important subject of all is not taught at universities. Rather, it is taught in the school...
Stretching that monthly budget during tough times is no easy task. Raises are rare, the cost of living is increasing, and so is the price of preserving our health. Getting ahead in this world takes more than a mix of grit and gravitas; the system is designed to cater to those who have already established...
Thankfully, many establishments understand the struggle of being a college student and will do what they can to help. Most movie theaters offer student discounts. So do coliseums, skating rinks, museums, art galleries, and all sorts of entertainment venues. The discounts get deeper with computers, cameras, and other electronics. Additionally, many travel agencies and airlines...
Financial problems may come up at any given point in our lives without informing us beforehand. If you’re met with any emergency all of the sudden, you may find it difficult to handle the situation, especially when you’re nearing the end of a month. It might be a good ploy to go for the cash...
Did you know that you don’t have to make drastic lifestyle changes if you want to save money at home? It’s true. So here are some money-saving tips which you can start trying out at home today so that you save some dollars. Pay your credit card bills in full and avoid the overdrafts You...
What is your current financial state? Are you on the road to financial freedom or are you still struggling with money despite many years of toil? Many people think that the “rich” have it easy. They believe that because of their many businesses and smart investments money has ceased to become a problem. But what...
What is the key to a healthy bank balance? The answer is contained within the question itself, balance. Balance is needed to enjoy a healthy relationship with money (and when I say ‘healthy’ that’s exactly what I mean, as it is now well documented that financial concerns have a huge effect on our physical well-being.)...
Saving money nowadays seems almost impossible. Not only have gas prices and home expenses risen over the past 6 months but jobs have become harder and harder to find. To save money in this type of economy, parents need to start teaching their children money management tips from a small age. Below are a few...
If you follow the careers of most people about 80% are either dead broke, dependant on the state, or their parents, 19% are financially independent and can stand on their own, while only 1% are rich enough to live life according to their own terms. In the state of today’s economy where nothing is certain...
In the past job security was taken for granted, but as many businesses, large and small, feel the pinch on their finances, working for someone else is no longer the haven that it used to be. Looking for a new job is also a very disheartening task, with few new positions being created and the...