Frugal Tip: Don’t Sign Anything You Don’t Understand

Frugal Tip: Don’t Sign Anything You Don’t Understand

I recently switched dental insurance companies and had to see a new dentist.  The initial intake appointment was overwhelming.  I talked to the dentist for nearly an hour, filled out endless paperwork, watched a video (shown on the TV that was on the ceiling), and was...
3 Things First-Time Home Buyers Should Do

3 Things First-Time Home Buyers Should Do

Everyone is likely to find themselves in a position, at some point or another, where they want to buy their first home. And,  when you find yourself coming close to passing the life milestone that is buying and moving into your first home, it would be prudent to know...
How to Get Out of Debt Fast

How to Get Out of Debt Fast

Many people face debt at least once in their lives. If you have debt, here’s a step-by-step guide on gaining financial freedom. Hire a Finance Professional Hiring a finance professional is the best way to get out of debt quickly. From credit issues to tax audit help,...
Money Can’t Buy Happiness… or Can It?

Money Can’t Buy Happiness… or Can It?

“Money can’t buy happiness” is a well-known saying.  Research has found this to be somewhat true – money is only correlated with happiness up to a certain income level.  If someone doesn’t have enough money to get by, they are more likely to be unhappy. However, once...
Car Loans, Timeshares, and Murphy’s Law – Fall Update

Car Loans, Timeshares, and Murphy’s Law – Fall Update

For all of you who are new to FM, I post an update every couple of months that shows how we’re doing on our debt snowball and other goals.  A couple years ago, I shared a post called What to Do When You’re Feeling Stuck.  In this post, I discussed my three year...
How to Save Money When You Relocate to Another State

How to Save Money When You Relocate to Another State

When you spend a small fortune on a new home, you’ll probably want to cut back as much as possible during the relocation process. Thankfully, there are lots of ways in which you can reduce spending if you use the advice from this article. Of course, you just need to...