If there’s one monthly payment you can live without, it’s probably your housing payment. Even when a mortgage payment is cheaper than paying rent, there’s a good chance you’re still spending at least $1,000 a month on housing. That doesn’t mean you can’t live somewhere with free rent without risking your personal safety. Now […]
Million Dollar Question: Pay Off Your Mortgage Early or Invest More Now?
A tough decision many homeowners face is to either pay off the mortgage early, or invest. They might decide to invest more towards stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or towards your retirement savings. Now is a great time to take advantage of the extremely low interest rates. Pay off your mortgage faster and save thousands […]
22 Tricks Sneaky Movie Buffs Use To Watch Movies For Free (Legally)
The first motion picture movie theater opened in 1905 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and a single admission ticket only cost a nickel. Going to the movies on a Friday night has been an American pastime ever since, but with tickets costing as much as $9 per person, many families can’t afford to go to the theater […]
How Much Rent Can I Afford?
Maybe, your current rental agreement is coming up for renewal. Or, you’re moving to a new city. Before you sign the new lease, ask yourself this question, “How much rent can I afford?” With seven years of rental experience in two cities, I’m well familiar with this question. Renting has many advantages. But, one downside […]
How Much Should You Spend on a Wedding?
Every couple dreams of having the perfect wedding. Turning those dreams into a reality can get expensive quickly. Today, we’re going to answer this question every bride and groom ask: How much should you spend on a wedding? The average American wedding costs between $20,000 and $30,000. Does that sound too high for one day? […]
50+ Things to Do at Night That Won’t Break the Bank
Many of us enjoy living by the motto, “Work Hard, Play Hard.” You work hard to make ends meet and have a little extra cash to enjoy the fruits of your labor. As you already know, going out can get expensive in a hurry. After browsing through this abundant list of ideas, you’ll be saying: […]