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What is the Santa Claus Rally? A Parent's Take on the Seasonal Investing Trend
Discover what the Santa Claus Rally is, why it happens, and which industries benefit the most. Learn how this seasonal stock market trend could impact your family’s financial plan and make informed investment decisions.
Beehiiv vs Kit (formerly ConvertKit): Which is the Better Newsletter Platform for Your Small Business?
Looking to start an email newsletter but don't want to break the bank? Check out our comparison of Kit (formerly ConvertKit) vs Beehiiv and see which one is right for you.
Beehiiv vs Mailchimp: Which Is Better for Your Small Business?
A small business owner's take on Beehiiv or Mailchimp is the best email marketing platform for your small business. Explore features, pricing, and benefits to make an informed choice with my comprehensive review.
Beehiiv vs Substack: Which is Better for Your Small Business?
As a small business owner myself, I did a deep dive into the pros and cons between Beehiiv and Substack. Explore features, pricing, customer support, integrations, and scalability to choose the best platform for growing your business.
7 Ways to Save Money This Holiday Season Without Losing the Festive Spirit
Looking to save money during the holidays without losing the festive spirit? Discover 7 actionable tips for a budget-friendly holiday season, including smart budgeting, maximizing credit card rewards, and affordable family experiences. Keep the joy, ditch the debt!
The Ultimate Guide to Mystery Shopping in 2024: Earn Money with Secret Shopping
Learn how to become a mystery shopper in 2024 with this comprehensive guide.
Discover the best mystery shopping companies, how much you can earn, and tips for avoiding scams. Make extra cash while shopping, dining, and exploring—perfect for parents and side hustlers alike.
11 Smart Ways to Save on Holiday Travel in 2024: Expert Tips for Families
Discover 11 actionable tips to save on holiday travel in 2024. Learn the best booking times, packing tricks, mileage hacks, and more. Make your holiday trip affordable and stress-free with these smart travel tips for families.
Open Enrollment 2024: The Ultimate Guide for Parents to Navigate Benefits Season
Open enrollment doesn’t have to be stressful! Our step-by-step guide for parents covers PPO, HMO, HDHP, FSAs, HSAs, and more to ensure your family is covered. Plus, we provide an action plan and highlight common mistakes to help you navigate benefits season smoothly.
How to Make Extra Cash for the Holidays: 10 Side Hustles for Busy Parents
Looking to make extra cash for the holidays? Discover 10 parent-friendly side hustles that will help you earn money without losing your sanity. From virtual assistant gigs to selling printables, find the perfect holiday hustle for your schedule.
Side Hustles for Parents: How to Start a Business Without Quitting Your Day Job
Discover how parents can start a successful side hustle without quitting their day job.
Save Thousands of Dollars with New Real Estate Laws in 2024
With the NAR settlement taking effect, Buyers are now responsible for compensating their own agent. This means thousands of dollars in savings for sellers.
3 Types of Income: Active, Passive, and Portfolio Income Explained
There are 3 main types of income to consider when making that money: active, passive, and portfolio.
A Parent’s Take On the FIRE Movement
The FIRE movement explained and steps to achieve early retirement as parents.
The 50/30/20 Budget
Needs…wants…savings and debt…the 50/30/20 budget is a simple yet powerful tool to get your finances in order.
How to Make a Budget for a Family: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents
Budgets typically get a bad rap but are easy to manage and are critical for your financial journey. This post will cover budgeting basics and provide a few tips along the way.
Building Financial Literacy in Teens in 6 Steps
Nicole from Behind the Classroom drops some knowledge on 6 steps to take to build financial literacy with your teen.
What is the Envelope System Budget (AKA “Cash Stuffing”)?
The Cash System budget is pretty straightforward. Set a budget, cash your check, and dedicate physical dollars towards each category.
Cost of Baby’s First Year and Ways to Save
Your baby's first year is so important but can be oh so expensive! But there are ways to cut down on costs.
Can you have multiple 529 plans? Yes, and there are a few good reasons to consider it.
You can definitely have more than one 529 plan! There are a few pros and cons to this approach. Read to find out more.
Save That Money - How I’m Saving $500 this Year on Car Insurance
My journey breaking-up with Geico for Progressive and how I saved $500 this year with an hour of my time.