Sooo…We’re not proud of it, but Brian and I have been guilty of overbuying groceries before. Lifestyle inflation gradually worked its way into our spending habits. The more our spending increased, however, the more evident it became that we were
Have you noticed any changes in the American tipping culture in recent years? It appears that there’s been an influx of touchscreens prompting patrons to leave tips. Consumers are currently facing tip requests for retail purchases, self-service experiences, cashier interactions,
There are many experiences to share with your partner before marriage, one of which is travel. Unless you and your partner are 100% content and committed to being total homebodies, chances are you will likely find yourselves traveling at some
Theory and practice can help us better understand human behavioral responses to changes in physical environments and economic conditions. I, for one, can appreciate a logical breakdown of human reaction. While theory and practice cannot fully anticipate behavior due to
What does it mean to be financially stable? Financial stability means different things to different people. It’s subjective and personal. For some, it means holding down a good job and supporting oneself. Others define it as maintaining a debt-free lifestyle
The terms Frugal and Cheap are often used interchangeably. Though they have similar denotations, they carry different attributes. A frugal person and a cheap person both aim to save money. The key differences lie in how they achieve their savings.
The society we live in today continually demands instant gratification. This trend leads us toward adopting a more poor mindset as individuals and as a society. We need to dilute the influence of social media and advertising to focus on
When I started earning money, I forced myself to believe that I made far less than what I was really earning. I socked away as much as I could and lived off a small amount of money. The goal was
When it comes to credit cards, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Choosing the right credit card for yourself depends on a number of things, such as: What is the main purpose of the credit card? What do you normally spend
Money can be one of the biggest strains in a marriage. It consistently ranks as one of the major causes for divorce. This is why it is so important to openingly dicuss money with your partner. Discussing current financial situations and