Real estate investing is one way to accelerate your journey to financial freedom. Oftentimes, people associate real estate investing with flipping houses or owning rental properties. But, if that type of investing isn’t for you, don’t dismiss real estate entirely. Instead, real estate investment trusts…
You had an emergency appendectomy. You’re recuperating from a terrible case of the flu. Your child was stung by a bee causing a severe allergic reaction. Your spouse was hit by a car while cycling. There are many reasons why you or a family member…
Today, We’re excited to introduce you to Laurie! She and her family recently moved from the northeast to North Carolina to be closer to family. They are slowing down their rush to financial independence to follow their dreams of family, enjoying everyday life, and travel….
Work. Even though we know we have to work until we are financially independent, many of us have a love-hate relationship with it. We love the money we earn, but we aren’t always thrilled with our jobs or how much of our lives revolve around…
We’re excited to introduce you to Amanda today! She’s been a part of the personal-finance community for years, and she has terrific stories and advice to share about paying down debt, a single-income family life, real estate investing, and various side hustle adventures. Amanda and…
Creating a specific budget for the holidays helps you reduce your stress levels and enjoy the season without worrying about money or January’s credit card bills. If you prepare ahead of time, you can pay for the holidays in cash while keeping up with monthly…
Today, we’re excited to introduce you to Caroline! She has an amazing story to share about her comfort level talking about money, negotiating, her extreme career changes, and her shift to becoming a very successful entrepreneur in a variety of businesses! She and her husband…
You’ve probably heard at one time or another that freezing your credit is a good idea. Since almost 45% of Americans had their personal information stolen in the Equifax breach in 2017, more people have taken steps to do a credit freeze of their files….
You are going through a divorce or your long-term relationship is ending, and you’re soon facing moving out of your current home. But you’re not sure if you should purchase a house, lease an apartment, move in with friends, or go back and live with…
No matter your position in life – whether you’re just starting out and need pretty much everything for your first place or if the kids have left the nest and you need to replace some worn-out items – you want to spend wisely on furnishings….
We’re excited to introduce you to Bonnie today! She has a lot to share about how she and her husband are debt-free, retired, and slow-traveling the world at age 45. Bonnie’s worked hard and has some great lessons to share about how you can win…
When hearing the mention of the word prenup, most people express serious reservations about getting one. Common arguments against them include: “A prenup is for people who can’t, or won’t commit.” “It’s like rooting against your marriage.” [playht_player width=”100%” height=”175″ voice=”en-US_LisaV3Voice”] While it’s true not…
Are you fed up with renting and think it’s time to buy a house? If you’re like most people, you’re not in the position to pay cash. Fortunately, there are several financing options for buying a home to fit varying needs and specific situations. Before…
It’s no surprise people are looking at alternatives to traditional four-year undergraduate degree programs. One popular option is graduating from college in three years to avoid the significant costs of a fourth year. According to the College Board, average public in-state tuition runs about $10,000…
If you’ve not yet created a will, it’s probably because you aren’t wanting to think about death. Or perhaps you’re procrastinating or don’t think you need one. Unless you have no assets, possessions, or children, or you don’t care what happens with everything you own…
The lure of earning extra money has you considering a side gig. But you’re still unsure if the extra cash is worth the additional time and effort. Plus, many days, there’s not much ‘hustle’ left in you after a long day at the office or…
Tackling your personal finances can be overwhelming when you’re unsure where to start. Much as building a home benefits from a blueprint, your financial house might be easier to construct using a similar strategy. In fact, a house is a good metaphor for thinking about…
Whether you’ve just started a new job or you’ve been with the same company for years, it’s critical for you to understand your retirement plan benefits. Knowing the fundamentals of your 401k savings plan will enable you to make wise choices about saving and investing…
Investing in single-family rentals is one of the many ways to build wealth with real estate. It can be a great way to generate cash flow and build equity at the same time. But, like any other investment, it’s critical to know what you’re getting…
480. 550. 640. 720. You know your number. Maybe you even use a credit score manager to keep an eye on your credit score. Now you are thinking about trying to improve it. After all, a good credit score opens up a world of opportunities…
Would it surprise you to know that one of the primary reasons small businesses fail has to do with budgeting and cash flow? They simply run out of cash. When we think of business failure, we’re more likely to think of a product that didn’t…
Are you tired of lackluster interest rates? Concerned about the record highs of the stock market? Searching for an easy way to diversify your portfolio into alternative investments and achieve solid returns? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then peer-to-peer lending may…
According to Harvard Business Review, a work sabbatical could be the best thing for you, your career, and possibly your current company. But what exactly is a work sabbatical? Quite simply, it’s an extended period away from your career. The desired and research-backed outcome is…
Laura Gariepy is a team member of Women Who Money and the founder and blogger behind Every Day by the Lake. Laura helps busy entrepreneurs engage with their target market by creating high-quality, custom-written content for their business. She also helps professionals interested in self-employment…
You’ve been saving for months (or years!). But you’re still far short of the amount you need for the traditionally advised 20% down payment on a new house to avoid paying private mortgage insurance. When saving up for a new home, especially your first, it…
We’re excited to introduce you to Mandy today! She has a lot to share about how she’s successfully started three businesses. During this time, she and her husband paid off his student loans, bought a new house, and started a family. As busy as she…