Income Taxes for Freelancers
As a freelancer, your tax situation changes a bit compared to if you were an employee. This means you need to take care of your own income taxes and make sure you have a system to deal with them. We’ll…
How to Use a Credit Card (The Right Way)
We've before discussed why credit cards can be helpful. In short, a credit card can give you better consumer protection, help you build better credit, and give you some rewards. But you have to use it the right way in…
Why I Have a Credit Card with an Annual Fee
When I first signed up for a credit card with an annual fee I was nervous. It actually took me about a month of researching and debating before I submitted the application. But, I weighed all the options and decided…
How to Handle Money when Traveling in Europe
Deciding how to handle your money when you travel can be a bit daunting. Here's an easy way to access money and save on fees.
A Beginner’s Guide to Types of Bank Accounts
When you first look to open your first bank account, the options can be daunting. There are multiple kinds of accounts in general; plus there could even be different ways that type of account is handled at each bank. Today,…
7 Reasons You’re Not Using Your Library as Much as You Should
When was the last time you visited your local library? For many people, it may have been in grade school. So chances are, you’re missing a ton of (probably, free) benefits offered by your public library. See what they are,…
5 Things Every Adult Needs to Know About Taxes
As an adult in the US, there are some things you definitely need to know about taxes. They can be confusing, yes, but if you know a few key items, you’ll be able to navigate the world of taxes and…
How to Handle Taxes as a Freelancer
Once you become a freelancer, you have to worry about a few things you didn’t as an employee. One of the biggest things is your taxes. As an employee, your taxes are deducted right out of your paycheck. You just…
Your Guide to Retirement Accounts as a Self-Employed Person
You need to be saving for retirement. It doesn’t matter if you are self-employed or an employee; if you’re 25 or 45. You need to invest for your future self to be taken care of during retirement. When you’re employed,…
6 Ways to Earn Easy Supplemental Income
Everyone needs a way to earn supplemental income. This allows you to have a little bit of extra money that you can spend for fun or random purchases. There are numerous ways that you can do this. You could get…
