This blog post was written as part of a sponsored program for State Farm®. All views expressed are entirely my own. It wasn’t until I faced a life-threatening health condition that I decided to get serious about my family’s financial affairs. Although most people would agree that they need life insurance, only a fraction actually …
Personal Finances
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Discover Financial Services. The opinions and text are all mine. Do you know what your credit score is? I’ll be honest, for several years I would check my credit report sporadically, if at all. I thought I was in good standing until one day …
This blog post was written as part of a sponsored program for State Farm®. All views expressed are entirely my own. I recently had the opportunity to visit the city of Chicago, and gather with local freelancers to learn financial tips from a business coach. The event took place at Next Door® Chicago, which is a cafe, community …
This was originally published last fall, but I wanted to reshare it since it’s best suited for the summer travel season. Our family enjoys traveling and exploring new places. However we’re a family of six, so even a simple vacation can add up quickly. I value our time away and make it a goal to take …
The other day I was going over our monthly expenses, and realized we were overspending in a few areas. Nothing major, but enough to catch my attention. It reminded me that it’s crucial to stay on top of our monthly budget. I took a few simple steps and instantly decrease our monthly expenses by $60+. That’s …