We all dream of the prospect of being our own boss. More people are taking up that offer every year and becoming independent contractors. For some, […]
Is your to-do list running a little long? These days, you can hire someone to do everything from walk your dog to handle your grocery shopping. But when […]
Most repairs don’t pop up out of the blue because most major purchases, like these, have expected lifespans. Knowing them—plus, how to extend them—can help us budget better and preserve […]
1. Track Everything. Tracking your money—with digital budgeting tools, an Excel spreadsheet or old-school pen and paper—might reveal a gap between expectations and actual spending habits. […]