8 simple ways to save money

8 simple ways to save money

Sometimes the hardest thing about saving money is just getting started. This step-by-step guide can help you develop a simple and realistic strategy, so that you can save for all your short- and long-term goals. 1Record your expenses The first step to start saving...
How to master holiday gift giving… on a student budget

How to master holiday gift giving… on a student budget

The holidays are coming, and the deluge of gift spending has already begun. And, with average seasonal spending hovering close to $1,000 per person(Opens Overlay), it’s not hard to see how the holidays can put a big hole in your budget. But with careful use of...
Deciding whether to renovate or move

Deciding whether to renovate or move

Owning a home is a big part of the American dream, but what happens when you wake up in a house that doesn’t quite fit your needs? Deciding whether to remodel your current home or move to a new one can be tough, but the Scott Brothers—Drew and Jonathan—have some...