If you've just received some settlement money, you may be wondering what steps to take next. It's not strange to feel anxious at this time, especially if it's a large amount. Apart from starting a business, the following are five smart ways in which you can spend the money you get for a personal injury settlement that is smart and actionable. 1. Pay Off Debt If you have any debt, you should take advantage of the funds you received to settle it. … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Handle Finances When Dealing With Depression
Depression can be a debilitating mental illness that affects all aspects of a person's life, including their finances. If you are struggling with depression, here are seven ways to handle your finances. 1. Create a budget and stick to it. One of the most important things you can do when it comes to your finances is to create a budget and stick to it. When you are feeling depressed, it can be easy to overspend or make impulsive decisions. Having … [Read more...]
8 Cheap Ways to Host a Family Gathering that Will Impress Your Guests
Are you looking for ways to save money while hosting a family gathering? Let's talk about eight cheap ways to throw a party that will impress your guests. From potluck dinners to outdoor games, we have you covered. So put on your creative hat and get ready to host an amazing event without breaking the bank! Host A Potluck Dinner One of the cheapest ways to host a gathering is to have a potluck dinner. This way, everyone brings a dish and you … [Read more...]
5 Side-Hustles for Car Enthusiasts
When you love driving, working on cars, or spending time on them as a major hobby, there are many jobs or side hustles you can consider looking into. There are many organizations that drive people and deliver food and other products. You can sell cars at car dealers, be a model to promote them, write for a newspaper, publication, or newsletter, work in a garage fixing or restoring cars, as a car rental agent, or install audio or electronic … [Read more...]
How to prepare a monthly health budget
People frequently feel overburdened with having to be perfectly prepared for every eventuality. And that includes planning for health costs. It's not difficult to understand that health care coverage will not cover all of our health expenses. They can have a big impact on our monthly budget, whether we live in a family or independently. … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Get A Short-Term Loan
No one is immune to financial hardships, no matter how well they plan. Unexpected medical bills, car repairs, or job loss can lead to a struggle to make ends meet. Why? Because they haven't been budgeted for. … [Read more...]
Frugal Marketing: Growing Your Small Business on a Budget!
Starting a new small business is no easy feat, especially when you are working on a less-than-ideal budget. From production to employees, there's hardly any time or money to invest in marketing. However, great marketing does not need to cost a fortune in order to grow your business, and there are plenty of ways to promote without spending a single dollar. In this blog post, we will take a look at some of the easiest ways to launch a successful … [Read more...]
Five Side Hustles for Creative Introverts
Nowadays, it seems like everyone is looking for a side hustle, but does it sometimes feel like every side hustle requires you to be outgoing? Maybe you don't want to go out and sell items or work with people. And that's okay. Introverts have just as many options for side-hustles - they're just a little different. Here are five side hustles for creative introverts. Blogging Does your creativity lie in writing? Do you feel like you have … [Read more...]
Five Signs You Are Overly Frugal
Saving money is a good idea, but can it ever be a bad idea? There are definitely times when you can slide from frugal into cheap. Are you worried that you might be getting too frugal? Read on for five signs you are overly frugal. Not Tipping For me, one of the biggest signs that someone is overly frugal (or really just cheap) is if they don't tip at a restaurant or in another service industry where tips are expected. Now, of course, it's … [Read more...]