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Personal Finance

Personal Finance

Dig into the big picture with these personal finance topics for a holistic look at growing your wealth.

Dig into the big picture with these personal finance topics for a holistic look at growing your wealth.

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5 Healthy Money Habits

Want to transform your financial life? Focus on these small healthy money habits today, and the effects will compound for your future.

8 Ways Rich People Think Differently

Ever wondered how rich people think differently? See the key factors in how they built their wealth and start putting them into practice.

6 Myths That Could Be Holding You Back Financially

We had the best of intentions, but it always goes off the rails. What if the real problem was that we've bought into lies that keep us stuck?

Beware of the Debt Magnet

Shannon Marie
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April 30, 2018

Make a rule that will save you an enormous amount of stress and money: you can buy anything you want, as long as you budget for it first.

The Secret to Successful Investing

Shannon Marie
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April 25, 2018

Investing can come across as budgeting’s snooty uncle, but it’s actually much more approachable than you think.

Do I Need an Emergency Fund?

Erin Lowell
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April 20, 2018

Wondering whether or not to add an ‘Emergency Fund’ category to YNAB? Here are a few questions to help you figure it out.

He Paid off $89,600 & Increased His Net Worth 2,840%

Shannon Marie
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March 30, 2018

With all of the changes brought on by their move, by May 2016, Eric’s head was spinning. He said, “I felt we were drowning financially."

How to Become Independently Wealthy

Ryan Lewis
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January 26, 2018

Financial independence is attainable. The real question is: do you have what it takes to get there with your priorities intact?

Set Your Bad Spending Habits Free

Shannon Marie
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January 3, 2018

Bad spending habits are a serious problem. They can lead to bankruptcy, depression and even destroy marriages. So, take action today!

How Do I Stop Being So Bad With Money?

Erin Lowell
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January 2, 2018

Feel like you're impossibly bad with money and you always will be? It doesn't have to stay like this. Let's kick that shame out the door.

You Can Stop Stressing About Money

Shannon Marie
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January 1, 2018

You’ll never experience a greater shopping high than spending money that you’ve planned to spend. There’s absolutely no shopping hangover. No guilt.

Five Tips to Avoid Holiday “Deals”

Shannon Marie
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December 4, 2017

If you’re feeling the stress of a thousand twinkly lights beating down on you, take heart. Your budget can get you through this season...

How One Ordinary Guy Increased His Net Worth 6,661.8% in 2 Years

Shannon Marie
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October 13, 2017

Dillon was awakened by the sound of bank notifications on his phone—his bank balance was in the red. It was time for action.

How To Improve Your Credit Score

Jesse Mecham
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September 6, 2017

There is no shortage of content on the Internet about how to game your credit score. This is not one of those articles.

Clothing Budget Got You Down?

YNAB
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September 5, 2017

Stasia Savasuk, a personal stylist with a style all her own, shares four tips for a successful day of heavily-discounted retail therapy.

Maximize Your Wealth In 4 Hours Per Year

Jesse Mecham
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July 12, 2017

Want to invest like a pro? Diversify across the entire market, invest regularly, and then don’t worry about it. Check out some resources.

8 Ways to Feel Wealthy On A Budget

Shannon Marie
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July 6, 2017

Feeling deprived is optional! With the right attitude and a little bit of strategically-allocated fun money, you can have plenty of fun on a budget.

The Investing Series: Investment Vehicles

Jesse Mecham
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July 5, 2017

Today, we turn our attention to investment vehicles (the way a collection of assets is packaged) and how they’re affected by taxes.

The Investing Series: Bonds

Jesse Mecham
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June 28, 2017

An introduction to bonds: What are they? Why are they considered less risky than stocks? And other things a savvy investor ought to know…

Don’t Put Your Eggs In One Basket

Jesse Mecham
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June 21, 2017

The Investing Series Continues. This week, we’re looking at stocks. They go up. They go down. And sometimes? They stay the same.

Be a Control Freak

Jesse Mecham
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June 14, 2017

Everyone has different financial priorities and budgets but, if a priority is investing, you have absolute control over when you start.

How To Win At Investing

Jesse Mecham
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June 7, 2017

Today's topic may be exactly what you've been waiting for: How to win at investing. The Secret? Focus on what you can control.

The Investing Series: Rate of Return

Jesse Mecham
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May 31, 2017

Welcome to another Whiteboard Wednesday! This week we continue with our super-special series about investing.

Investing Basics: Part Three

Jesse Mecham
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May 24, 2017

This is Part 3 of a super-special Whiteboard Wednesday series, where we’re talking about the basics of investing. If you’re just now joining the party (glad you could make it!), you can click here to get caught up! This Is Not a Pitch.

You Don’t Have to Be a Genius to Invest Like a Pro

Jesse Mecham
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May 17, 2017

This is Part 2 of an extra-special Whiteboard Wednesday series where I’ll walk you through the basics of investing. If you missed Part 1, click here to go watch that now. And you read that right—You don’t have to be a genius to invest better than most pros.

The More You Budget, The Luckier You Become

Lindsey Burgess
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March 17, 2017

The more you budget, the luckier you'll feel, so budget your dollars with so much zeal!

Spending Money Is Not Bad

Lindsey Burgess
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February 1, 2017

You aren’t just saving money to save it. You are saving for Christmas and vacation and tuition and a new computer. You are saving money to spend it.

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