Traveling is often seen as a luxury or a way to indulge in vacation, rather than an investment. But as a travel lover, I know just how much …
Melanie Lockert
How to Manage Student Loan Payments when Self-Employed
One of my biggest trepidations with quitting my job, was the fact that I am still in debt. Giving up the consistency of a 9-5 with a regular …
Your Student Loans Are Killing You
Most of us grew up believing that the path to a high paying career started with earning a college degree. But for many, earning a college …
How to Find the Best Mortgage Loan in 3 Simple Steps
Owning a home is still a large part of the American Dream. While that dream has shifted in recent years with the housing bubble, it is still …
4 Ways You Are Sabotaging Your Side Hustle
Having a side hustle is one of the best ways to earn more, create more job security, and enhance your skills. I'm a huge fan of side …
When Is Living On Credit Cards The Right Thing to Do?
Standard personal finance advice is to use credit cards responsibly and pay off your balances in full every month. Some go so far as to say …
5 Things You Need to Know Before Saying Yes to Student Loans
Student loans are sometimes a necessary evil. I would not have been able to attend college without them. Even so, they should be taken …
Cash, Debit, or Credit – How Do You Pay for Big and Small Purchases?
There’s no question that people like money -- it’s nice to have in your bank account, it feels good to get a raise, or even get some extra …
How to Save Money without Sacrificing Your Soul
Let's face it. Spending money is more fun than saving money. Spending money on things you want, when you can afford it, can feel empowering …
