For most people, $1,378 is a lot of money. If you are just starting your financial life out, that basically becomes your starter Oh Shit Fund or your emergency fund. If you are past your Oh Shit Fund, you can use that savings to help you pay down debt. Or if you’ve got both of those things covered, this can be used as an extra savings to help you travel the world. Whatever your goals are, almost $1,400 can go a really long way. So if you’re looking for an easy activity to stash some extra cash, let’s get started. Read More
These are the top 20 money resolutions for the new year. I reached out to the top personal finance bloggers to get their suggestions of what money goals should make it on your list. Here’s the verdict straight from the pros.
1) Max out your IRA
2) Pay off Debt
3) Be self-aware with money
4) 6 month emergency fund
5) Start with a $1,000 emergency fund
6) Max out HSA
7) Start investing
8) Boost your income
9) Automate it.
10) Save more than you spend. Read More