Diamond engagement ring adverts make it look easy. Two beautiful people walk into the jewelry store, a smiling jeweler waves a hand over a small but comprehensive and varied selection of rings. The couple looks at them for a second, then mutually agree on one, leaving again, smiling happily, the ring firmly (and visibly) on the ring finger of the newly betrothed! In life, it is much trickier. Not only are there so many cuts to consider: round brilliant, princess, emerald, Asscher, cushion, even Read more […]
Finances
7 Common Mistakes Families Tend to Make with Finances
Families that know how to make, manage, invest, and spend their finances are more likely to lead a comfortable and successful life. In contrast, families that lack these skills also lack a solid foundation for success, and as a result, these families don’t have enough finances to live or retire comfortably. Without further ado, let us look at the seven common mistakes families tend to make with finances. Spending More Than They Can Afford One of the quickest paths to financial ruin Read more […]
Hobbies for Frugal People To Try
We all have those fidgety days, y’all. Those days where you just need to be a busy bee, but the laundry’s done, the dishes are washed, and the kids are staring at their screens. That’s when a hobby can be your friend. You don’t have to be especially “crafty,” and you don’t have to spend a lot of money. And that’s great, because I don’t recall a time when I had a lot of money to spend! There are so many fantastic hobbies for frugal people to try. Some of them can actually save Read more […]
Shop Now, Save Now—Amazon’s Holiday Dash Event with Black Friday-Worthy Deals Dropping Daily
Tis the season for early holiday savings with deep discounts, fast, free shipping and more than a million deals worldwide Black Friday-worthy deals across the most giftable categories—from small businesses and top brands, including toys, fashion, electronics, home, kitchen, beauty and more—all available at amazon.com/holidaydash Beat the holiday hustle with epic deals from brands including Levi’s, LEGO, SharkNinja, Marvel, Nintendo, Samsung, and more. Customers can shop now Read more […]
5 Investment Strategies to Explore: Which One Will Help You Reach Your Potential?
The game plan for a person’s investment portfolio is called a strategy. It is important to use the one that is right for a person to increase the likelihood of success. Most people plan extensively for their day at work, college financing, purchasing a car, vacation, and more. However, they don’t put this same amount of time and effort into the investing strategy. Regardless of whether a person is talking about making a capital gains investment or another type of investment, having a strategy Read more […]
Need a Mortgage? 9 Criteria You Should Meet
Buying a home today is much different than it was decades ago. Over the past few years, the Canadian real estate market has seen significant growth. The price of an average single-family home in Canada today hovers around $504,000. Despite any financial hurdles, many Canadians have a goal of owning their own homes. They’re striving to save enough for a downpayment and working toward passing the financial tests set up by lenders. Here are some things you should be mindful of when looking Read more […]
Make Some Cash With These Tips for Running an Online Store
I’ve done so much online shopping over the past few months, y’all. In my defense, there’s not much else to do now that I’m stuck at home. The other day I kept thinking about how much money these online businesses are making right now. The profits were so intriguing that I decided to ask a friend who owns an online company for some advice on how to start my own. Here are the tips for running an online store that my girlfriend shared with me. Find Your Niche The first thing my gal Read more […]
10 Best Items to Buy from a Thrift Store
In addition to being eco-friendly and affordable, thrift stores are comprised of a variety of unique items. Thrifting gives shoppers the chance to upcycle, repurpose, or simply rehome pre-loved and donated items. Knowing the best items to buy from a thrift store got a bit more complicated when the COVID-19 pandemic began. Many, like Missions Thrift Store, 2721 E. Millbrook Rd., in Raleigh, implemented stringent cleaning and sanitation measures once mandates allowed them to reopen. “We’re Read more […]
Credit Card Alternatives for Millennials with Zero Credit
Getting your hands on a credit card offers a lot of advantages. One swipe can take care of your urgent purchases, especially if your paycheck is still a couple of weeks away. Owning a credit card provides you financial flexibility. You can pay for an expensive item in 6-, 12-, or 24-months installments, and earn rewards in the process. However, not a lot of people get to enjoy the benefits of being a credit card holder. A study shows that about 23% of millennials don’t have a Read more […]
