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7 Powerful Financial Habits to Make Life Easier

February 7, 2020 / Elle Martinez

If you’re dreaming about becoming debt-free or financially independent, here are some financial habits to help you get there.

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Consider these questions and alternatives before lending money

Should You Lend Money to Family and Friends?

January 8, 2020 (Last Modified: April 24, 2020) / Elle Martinez

Should you lend money to family and friends? It can be a tricky and emotionally charged decision that families face from time to time. In some situations, it’s obvious that a loved one had an unexpected emergency pop up and...

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How to Plan the Ultimate Staycation [+ Free Printables]

December 13, 2019 / Mint

When you mention taking a vacation, some people imagine long, luxurious trips to faraway, foreign places, eating local cuisine and embracing a new place. Others picture road trips to familiar places just a couple of hours away—be it a beach,...

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4 Ways You’ll Benefit By Giving Back

November 13, 2019 (Last Modified: November 10, 2020) / Elle Martinez

Did you know Giving USA reported that in 2018, Americans donated over $410 billion dollars?! It’s around this time of year especiailly that giving back becomes top of mind for many. Whether it’s for a particular occasion or we’re looking...

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Super Affordable Halloween Costumes

October 28, 2019 / Zina Kumok

Dressing up for Halloween is one of the best parts of the holiday, especially if you’re a creative person. But buying a Halloween costume can get expensive, with many costing more than $50 a pop. And unless you plan to...

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Early Career, Family Finances

How to Get the Most out of Your 401K and More

October 23, 2019 / Elle Martinez

Open enrollment season is here! We’re expecting to receive a big packet from human resources with all the options and benefits that our employers’ offer. While I won’t say that this is an exciting thing, we are eager to go over...

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Essential Money Skills Your Kid Needs to Know

October 16, 2019 / Elle Martinez

What are some of the biggest lessons you received about money growing up? For me, a few things stand out. We didn’t get too many formal lectures about money, but from time to time, I’d get a lesson sprinkled in here...

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5 Quick Ways to Save Money for the Holidays

October 9, 2019 / Elle Martinez

As the year winds down, you may find your spending picks up. With holidays approaching, families may be preparing for trips to see their loved ones or they’re buying gifts. However, if you haven’t been saving beforehand, it can mean...

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Natural Disasters: How to Prepare for the Unthinkable

October 1, 2019 / Elle Martinez

While Raleigh is not exactly super close to the beach (we used to have a tiny apartment right across the street from the Chesapeake Bay when we were first married), it’s pretty easy to hop in our car and have...

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7 Tips to Enjoy Debt Free Holidays This Year

September 25, 2019 / Elle Martinez

How much money are you planning on spending this year during the holidays? For the average American family, it’s a good chunk of change. During the 2017 holiday season, Bank of America found that of those surveyed, they spent on...

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