Living for today - Planning for Tomorrow
Due to the inflation we’ve experienced over the past couple of years, cost of living has become a hot topic. As a result, you may be curious to know what the cost of living was like in decades past. The 50s is an interesting time in history to look back on as the economy was booming and wages were rising. Let’s take a trip down
The 1950s are remembered fondly as a simple, nostalgic time in American history. After the war, the economy boomed and allowed the average family to enjoy relative economic prosperity. However, Americans still had to work hard to afford the cost of living in 1957 and save up for major purchases like homes and cars. Let’s take a closer look at how households spent their money
In 1962, the Beatles released their first single in the UK and Spider-Man made his debut in the Amazing Fantasy #15 comic. It’s hard to believe that over 60 years have passed since that important time in history! A lot has changed since then, including the price of consumer goods. The cost of living in 1962 was much lower than it is today. Believe it
Can you believe that 1955 was nearly 70 years ago? You can still catch reruns of popular shows from that year (such as I Love Lucy and Gunsmoke) on TV today. Although 1955 may feel like yesterday to some of us, times have changed, especially when it comes to money. The cost of living in 1955 was significantly lower than it is now. Americans got
Every year, Oxford Languages chooses a word that defines the year. In 2023, the word “rizz” was picked, which means style or charm. Rizz is a new turn of phrase that young adults have popularized recently and represents the strong internet culture that permeated society throughout 2023. But what does the Oxford Word of the Year have to do with finances? Choosing your money-related word
A recent study found that 57% of people who live in New York State need a side hustle to get by. The Empire State is one of the most expensive places to live in the US, so you may need quick cash jobs to make ends meet or achieve your financial goals. To help you get a quick cash infusion, we’ve rounded up a list
Buying clothes, furniture, games, and other gently used items secondhand is a great way to save money. However, recently I’ve noticed that sellers are trying to fetch a much higher price for their used goods than normal. Many people are listing their belongings on Facebook Marketplace, eBay, and Craigslist for almost the full retail price. Even thrift stores like Goodwill have been raising their prices,
If you have a demanding day job, you may not have time or energy for side gigs after work. Luckily you can boost your income by working weekend side hustles on Saturday or Sunday. Many side jobs are more lucrative during the weekend, such as food delivery. If you’re a weekend warrior in Texas looking for weekend side hustles, read on to learn about opportunities
Recently I read an interesting article about common personal finance errors that women tend to make. This article got me thinking about how gender has affected my approach to personal finance. Although women are a diverse group of people, we may be more likely to make certain financial mistakes due to factors like social conditioning. Here are three financial mistakes that I’ve noticed women are
Wondering how to live off dividends? You’re not the only one. Having a dividend supported life is a retirement dream but few are able to achieve it. So, today, let’s talk about how you can plan a life living off your dividends! Is It Possible To Live Off Dividends? Living off dividends is the ultimate dream. You’re getting regular money coming in, you’re set for
