Managing Money

When money is tight or your financial circumstances have changed, speaking to your creditors can help you buy enough time to get through the crisis.

Are you happy with your life or do you have unfulfilled dreams? Maybe it’s time to radically reduce your expenses to make your dreams a reality.

Here’s some unpopular advice. Paying off credit card debt fast is not always the best option for those in dire straits. It differs from case to case.

There are two things that make all the difference in the world during the holidays and into the New Year. 1) Making a budget and 2) Sticking to it.

Going through life without an emergency fund is like getting on a tiny little plane without any parachutes. Here are some real life examples of how an emergency fund saved my bacon.

There are a million websites out there dedicated to helping you make more money, but even more important, in many cases, is saving money. Here’s why.

Employer-provided health plans have outrageous premiums, deductibles, and out-of-pocket maximums, and we often receive little benefit in return. These 4 options may be more affordable than your employer’s plan.

Creating a budget is actually pretty easy.  Figure out how much is coming in and how much is going out. Sticking to the budget? That’s the tough part.

Do you have an emergency fund? It’s a very important thing to put money aside for a rainy day. Here’s what you need to know.

Are you in debt? The Snowball Method is a snazzy little financial trick that can help you get out of debt as quickly and efficiently as possible.