Budgeting for couples may require more effort and attention than budgeting on your own. But it's a habit that many couples desperately need to learn. A recent Magnify Money survey of over 1,000 Americans revealed some alarming facts about marriage and money. One in five couples that responded to the survey regretted combining finances with their spouse. And 21% of respondents cited finances as the primary cause of their … [Read more...]

All of us are out there trying to make the most of our time. This is especially true for those of who have a side hustle. How can you balance the increasing demands on your time as a full-time employee with a side hustle? After you try to fit in all of the work tasks in addition to your personal responsibilities, it can feel like there just aren't enough hours in a day.  Luckily, you don't need to spend a dime to stay … [Read more...]

Frugality is having a moment. A lot of us are embracing frugal living these days, and for good reason. Frugality can open up a lot of opportunities in our lives. It puts us more in control of our money and helps us to determine what’s most important to us. Living frugally means making intentional choices with your everyday spending. It means mapping out your financial—and life—goals and then aligning your spending to help you … [Read more...]

  Feeling frustrated when it comes to money in your relationship? Often, it's easier to sweep things under the rug than have those tough financial discussions with your partner. Or maybe the talks themselves aren't difficult, but it's tough to keep track of all the little details that make up your financial life. You'd rather be enjoying your time with your loved ones, not checking to make sure the bills are paid or nagging … [Read more...]