How much are you saving each month? You might be able to save significantly more simply by adopting one habit: pay yourself first. It sounds straightforward, yet many people don’t do it. A common approach is to pay monthly bills first and save whatever remains. While unavoidable expenses take a large share of income, a … Read more

Looking for the best jobs for single moms? Being a single mother often means juggling paid work with childcare and household responsibilities. With limited time, finding roles that pay well while offering flexibility or predictable hours can make a huge difference for your family’s finances and wellbeing. Fortunately, many modern opportunities accommodate flexible schedules or … Read more

Do I need a will? Lately I’ve been hearing that question a lot, along with many other questions about wills and estate planning. It’s understandable—wills can feel complicated and even uncomfortable to think about. Most people don’t consider creating one when they’re young, assuming there will be plenty of time later. Yet a will can … Read more

Last month I published an introduction to becoming a full-time freelancer on Diversified Finances. Not everyone wants to freelance, but for those who do, here are practical, experience-based tips and considerations to help you make the transition and grow a sustainable freelance business. I recently switched to full-time freelancing and have already received many questions … Read more

Thinking about trying Ipsos iSay? Read my Ipsos iSay Review below to learn how it works and whether it’s a good fit for earning a little extra money from home. Ipsos iSay is an online survey platform that lets members earn points by answering surveys about shopping habits, product preferences, ads, and general opinions. Those … Read more

Do you need to learn how to write a check? Wondering how to properly complete one or how to fill it out for a specific dollar amount? If you’ve never written a check before or need a refresher, this guide will walk you through the process step by step. Although many people rely on cards … Read more

Do you want to learn how to get free or heavily discounted Instacart groceries? Groceries are expensive, and Instacart can add extra costs, but there are legitimate ways to reduce your grocery bill, get credits, or even score occasional free orders. Below I share practical tactics—referral bonuses, rewards apps, cash back sites, receipt-scanning tools, and … Read more

A few months ago, we bought an RV. Since then we’ve lived in it almost continuously, only returning home for about five days total to restock supplies or have warranty work done. Outside of those brief visits, we’ve embraced full-time RV living: traveling, exploring national parks, visiting friends and family, and enjoying the freedom of … Read more

Almost everyone looks for ways to increase their income. It’s natural: earning more money can help you pay off debt, travel, retire earlier, stop living paycheck to paycheck, afford the things you want, and more. One common barrier to earning extra income is time. Finding opportunities to make more money often comes down to how … Read more

Today my friend Jillian from Montana Money Adventures is guest-posting about mini-retirements. This topic fascinates me and Jillian is an expert on it. Below she shares her story and practical advice. Fifteen years ago I fell in love with my husband and we began planning our life together. I also had an unconventional idea: what … Read more