Why the Debt Snowball Method Works
Got debt? I know, it’s not as fun or catchy as “Got milk”. But if you’re here, chances are you have debt, and probably a lot of it. I freaking hate debt. It’s stupid. It’s suffocating, and stops so many people from reaching their dreams. In 2013, my wife and I found ourselves buried under […]
How to Use the Cash Envelope System to Save Money
[Updated 9/10/2020] I’ve avoided writing about the cash envelope system for a while. I’m honestly not even sure why. Maybe it’s because so much has already been said about it. The truth is though, using Dave Ramsey’s cash envelope system transformed our lives and helped us stick to a budget for the very first time. […]
How to Save Money on Student Loan Interest
Today’s post was written by Nate Matherson, a ’16 college grad working to repay student loan debt, save for retirement, and co-creator of personal finance blog LendEDU. Nate launched LendEDU in ’14 as a site focused on helping students better manage student loan debt. Enjoy! ~ Jamie One benefit of student loans is that payments […]
Tiller Money Review – Everything You Need to Know to Make a Budget
Have you ever dreamt of being completely debt free? Wouldn’t it be nice to log into your online bank account and feel JOY – knowing that you have an extra $200 to put into your savings account every month? The best thing you can do to start making those dreams a reality is to use […]
Find the Best Side Hustle and Make More Money
Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate or sponsored links. I would earn a little money with no extra cost to you. The opinions expressed are my own. Read my disclaimer to learn more. [Updated: April 2019] Do you wish you made more money? Me too. If you had to make an extra $500 by the […]
No Car Payment? 10 Better Ways You Can Spend Your Money
Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. I get a small commission at no cost to you. Read my full disclaimer for more details. Updated: [April 2019] What’s your monthly car payment? Do you wish it was lower? What if you had no car payment? What would you spend the money on instead? According to […]
How to Get Your Finances on Track
Every January, my church does a series of sermons focused on money. And every year I’m reminded that there are a ton of biblical money principles that can help get your finances on track. The Bible talks about money a lot and my pastors believe it’s important to talk about money openly, honestly, and really […]
How to Tithe When in Debt and Transform Your Life
When I was in the trenches paying off debt like crazy, everything I did led to getting out of debt as fast as possible. I felt like Frodo and Sam trying to destroy the Ring. It was the only thing that mattered in my finances. But in the midst of paying off debt, I tithed […]
How to Get Out of Debt and Save Money
Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. I would earn a little money with no extra cost to you. The opinions expressed are my own. Read my disclaimer to learn more. I’m here to tell you that you can have your cake and eat it too. I know, it’s not supposed to be true, but […]
17 Cheap Date Ideas to Help You Save Money
Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. I would earn a little money with no extra cost to you. The opinions expressed are my own. Read my disclaimer to learn more. So…what do you want to do for date night? Does this conversation sound familiar? It does in my house. It’s so easy to get […]