Are you recession proof? This pandemic has really urged me to evaluate whether or not I’m prepared for a recession. The “pause” in our economy has highlighted the people who will almost always have job security, as well as the jobs that have less stability in tumultuous times. I, for one, have one of those “less …
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My boyfriend and I just got our first Instant Pot for Christmas and we are obsessed. Every meal feels like we got it straight from a restaurant. I didn’t know it was possible to make something so delicious without slaving away in the kitchen for hours. The only thing that’s difficult about using an Instant …
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What is a stimulus check? Am I eligible for one? How much will mine be? When will I get it? These are the questions I’ve been hearing (and asking) for the past few weeks now. The effects of COVID-19 on our economy have been monumental- last week alone, 6.6 million Americans filed for unemployment. The …
With the growing popularity of the KonMari Method™ and Minimalism over the last few years, many of you might be wondering, what is minimalism and how does it apply to money? According to the Becoming Minimalist blog, minimalism is about living with intention and purchasing only what you need. The effects of minimalism on money …
Are you planning to buy a home in the next few years? Throughout the last few years as a real estate agent, I have found that there are numerous guides on the home buying process but very few on how to PREPARE to be ready for home ownership. How much down payment do you need? …
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Considering the state of the world right now, it’s hard to predict whether it will be safe to actively travel any time soon. The effects of COVID-19 have decreased the number of commercial flights by 41% worldwide. The numerous travel restrictions we are currently under are hard to overcome mentally for those of us who …
First of all, let’s define the general premise of a rent-to-own program. The typical path to homeownership is buying a home using cash or a mortgage with either a down payment assistance program, or a downpayment. Mortgages require a certain financial standing, (stay tuned for future posts about what lenders are looking for). Due to …
With numerous states and countries issuing a “Stay At Home” order, a lot of you are probably wondering what to do while stuck in quarantine! It can be hard to adjust to working from home and having less social interaction, but I encourage you to take a step back and reflect on what you normally would …
Online shopping is a slippery slope that’s easy to fall victim to and even harder to climb your way out of. With today’s social media, and advancing advertising strategies, the temptation is becoming harder to avoid. Merely talking about wanting a new pair of leggings will result in countless ads popping up throughout your Instagram, …
Are you struggling with your at home exercise routine? It can be difficult to establish a new workout routine, but these 7 free apps have been a lifesaver for me over the past few weeks! Don’t worry if you don’t have any weights, they have bodyweight exercises included, or you can always modify their workouts …
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