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Debt Payoff Methods: All About the Blizzard Approach

November 6, 2019 / Jackie Lam

So you have debt. As you probably know, you’re suffering in good company. According to the Federal Reserve, total household debt is at a staggering $13.86 trillion — and has been steadily climbing. While you might be one of millions...

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10 TED Talks on Minimalism to Inspire You to Spend Less

September 23, 2019 / Mint.com

We’ve all heard the expression “less is more,” and the concept of minimalism embraces that fully. While it is not a new concept, the minimalism trend has gained popularity in recent years, especially amongst Millennials in the United States. From...

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Goal Setting: How to Become A Better Saver

September 4, 2019 September 5, 2019 / Elle Martinez

Saving more money is one of those big goals that a lot of people have, but get stuck. I know this because we use to be right there too. The year would fly by and we were nowhere near our goal....

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Discretionary Income and Student Loans: What Does It Mean?

August 19, 2019 August 26, 2019 / Mint.com

Have you ever heard of “discretionary income” but felt unsure about exactly what it means? You’re not alone. Many people are aware of what they spend, but not the financial lingo behind it. Discretionary income refers to the remaining funds...

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What You Need To Know About Values-Led Financial Planning

July 16, 2019 August 26, 2019 / Marianne Hayes

Mastering the personal finance basics feels pretty good. Getting a firm grasp on your expenses and budgeting like a pro is a reason to celebrate—you’re building the foundation for a solid financial future! This, of course, goes hand in hand...

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Why Financial Freedom Is All About Options

July 10, 2019 August 26, 2019 / Jackie Lam

While the traditional definition of financial freedom is that you have enough in investments, savings, and passive income that you don’t have to ever work for money again, it can also mean that you reach a point where you don’t...

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How to Free Yourself from Financial Stress

July 3, 2019 August 26, 2019 / Jackie Lam

Do you ever feel on edge because you’re not sure if you have enough in your bank account to cover your bills and put food on the table? If so, you’re far from alone. A recent study by the United...

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Want to Boost Financial Fitness? Start With the Easy or Big Wins

April 11, 2019 May 21, 2019 / Jackie Lam

Starting your journey toward financial fitness can be overwhelming. If you take a gander at the Center for Financial Services and Innovation (CFSI)’s eight key indicators of financial health, which include spending less than your income, having sufficient living expenses...

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What Does Financial Freedom Mean to You?

July 2, 2017 / Farnoosh Torabi

This Independence Day, as with each 4th of July, I’m reminded of the great leap of faith my parents took more than 37 years ago when they bought one-way tickets to the United States. Their move from their embattled Iran...

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An Evening with #GirlBosses: 5 Impolite Money Rules

June 28, 2017 / Farnoosh Torabi

Earlier this month I had a major #fangirl moment. It was a full #fangirl evening, in fact, when I teamed up with New York Times bestselling author and Girlboss founder Sophia Amoroso to share in a very special money event....

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