Fall is here in Oregon. The clouds have returned, the drizzles have begun, and winter is not far off. That means a lot is happening in my life in the coming months. …
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PPP017: I’m Deacon and I Paid Off $52,000 in Debt
Today we welcome guest Deacon Hayes, a personal finance blogger who budgeted his way out of $52,000 in debt in 18 months. Learn how he cut expenses, earned more on the side, and became a full-time …
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The Unbudgeted Budget for Savvy Spenders
Unless you are a rare finance geek like me, you probably do not find any joy in budgeting. Some people need to look at their budget every day, while others do fine checking in on spending casually a …
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How to Fix a Leaky Shower Head
This weekend, I had a small plumbing issue that needed attention. People often pay $100 just for a plumber to walk in the door. I was able to fix my own leaky shower head and save the money. I …
How Should a High School Student Learn About Money?
Many parents shield their children from their personal finances, which can make sense for many families. However, kids will become adults sometime and will have to learn about money sometime. As …
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PPP011: I’m Eric and I Make $30,000 Per Year on the Side
This week we turn around the tables and I am the one getting interviewed! Welcome guest host Jeff Fruhwirth as he interviews me about topics I am passioniate about including how I got started …
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The Challenges of Trying to Get Ahead
I was recently talking to a friend about her finances, and she told me her biggest worry is trying to get ahead. With bills, rising rent, and increasing costs at the grocery store, it can seem like a …
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Visiting Spain, Gibraltar, and Portugal on a Budget
I just returned home from an amazing two weeks traveling across Spain and the Iberian Peninsula. Traveling the world is my very favorite hobby, and I wanted to share with you all both what we did and …
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PPP009 I’m Kathleen and I Save Half My Income
This week I am thrilled to bring on guest Kathleen Celmins, owner of Frugal Portland, For Profit Blogging, personal finance influencer, and partner at several other big online properties. …
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Save Big on Your TV Bills When You Cut the Cord
This is a guest post from my good friend Jeff at Sustainable Life Blog while I am off in Spain on vacation. Jeff wrote one of the most in depth guides to cutting cable available, and shares his tips …
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