I have a love/hate relationship with budgets. But mostly, I hate them. It’s not because I don’t like pie charts and spreadsheets. (I do.) I don’t like budgets because I hate telling you to write them when I know myself how boring, pointless, … [Read more...]
My Money Story: How A Surprisingly Simple Checklist Saved Us $1,365 A Year By Eliminating Wasted Food
September 12, 2012 by
Today I want to introduce a new type of post here on Money Under 30: “My Money Story”. These posts are the financial experiences and lessons of real Money Under 30 readers in their own words. If you would like to contribute your story to a … [Read more...]
Money Mentors: Software Entrepreneur Ben Slivka On Investing, Financial Education
September 10, 2012 by
Note from David: Maria is Money Under 30’s new assistant editor. This is her first post. I’ve always thought the best part of studying journalism is being able to ask any question I want. When I don’t have an answer, it’s great to be able … [Read more...]
The ‘Secret Sauce’ In My Recipe For Defeating Debt
September 4, 2012 by
Many of you know my personal story. For those that do not, between beginning college and turning 26, I got into $80,000 of student loan, credit card, and auto debt. Then, I made a commitment to end the financial insanity: In three years, I paid it … [Read more...]
Cheap Gifts: 53 Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas
September 2, 2012 by
A reader asked me to follow-up on post about alternatives to store bought Christmas presents---especially given we find ourselves looking at yet another holiday season amid still uncertain economic times and on a budget. Below, take a moment to … [Read more...]
10 Businesses You Can Start With Almost No Money
September 1, 2012 by
Astute readers of this blog will know that I advocate increasing your income more often than reducing your spending. It’s time to put my money where my mouth is with ten real business ideas (not cheesy work-at-home ideas) that require little or no … [Read more...]
