Lauren is the award-winning blogger behind FinancialBestLife.com. We recently asked for her thoughts on the best tools and strategies for managing your money. Here's what she shared: Can you tell us about Financial Best Life? What inspired you to start your site? Previously the site was L Bee and the Money Tree, but at the end of 2016, I re-branded. I wanted the site to be … [Read more...]
How Debt Settlement Impacts Your Credit Score
When you owe money to someone else, you have several options. The first is to renegotiate the payment terms so your credit doesn't suffer. You can also pay off the debt in full if you are able, but many consumers resort to debt settlement. If you're not sure how to handle a debt that shows up on your credit report, you need to know how debt settlement impacts your credit … [Read more...]
The Essential Guide to Cutting Your Utility Costs
As summer continues to bring the heat, you might cringe in expectation of your utility bill. From gas and electric to water, usage tends to increase during the summer months, especially if you live in an area where the temperatures soar. This doesn't mean you have to bust your budget on utility costs. Use these strategies to cut down on utility bills and to enjoy a … [Read more...]
How to Spend Money Wisely
Amanda Bealle is a wife, homeschooling mom, home business owner and community creator who is focused on financial soundness through wise spending and saving. She is the founder of thefundamentalhome.com and a vlogger at The Fundamental Home channel on YouTube. We recently checked in with Amanda to learn more about how she and her family manage their money. Here's what she … [Read more...]
Advice for Digging Out of Debt and Smarter Money Management
Tina Roth is personal finance blogger at ProFinance Blog, who writes about money saving, personal finance and financial freedom to help people get most out of their money. Here, she shares her advice on getting out of debt and managing your money. Read on: Can you tell us about your journey into personal finance? How did you become interested in the subject? Looking back, … [Read more...]