Financial Blog
7 Ways Financial Anxiety Can Trap You In a Constant Downward Spiral
Have you ever sat there, staring at your bills, and just felt utterly overwhelmed and stressed out, even though you know you have plenty of money in the bank to pay them? Or perhaps you feel incredibly guilty for spending money on anything “extra” that you don’t...
How to Make Estimated Tax Payments and Avoid IRS Penalties
So many people – especially newly divorced single moms and first-time freelancers – end up in tax trouble for one common reason: They don't realize they need to make estimated tax payments. So if you: Started a business Have a side gig Got unemployment Work from...
How to Overcome Your Financial Fears and Make a Solid Recovery Plan During a Personal Financial Crisis
There is no such thing as a “good” time for a crisis of any kind. Especially one that results in a serious hit to your finances. Any financial crisis can feel overwhelming and make you feel like you’ll never be in a position to get back what you’ve lost or make...
You Can Stop Living Paycheck-to-Paycheck
Worrying about whether you can cover all the bills this month is one of the worst feelings a single mom can have. And knowing that you definitely can’t feels even worse. When you’re living paycheck-to-paycheck, almost anything can knock your finances off course. A...
Why You Should Put Your Bills on AutoPay If You Become Disabled
When you suddenly become disabled due to illness or injury, everything changes. No matter what your life was like before, you’re dealing with a completely new situation now, and it takes a lot of getting used to. At the same time you need to prioritize and focus...
The Right Way to Use 0% Balance Transfer Credit Cards to Pay Off Credit Card Debt
Millions of people are drowning in credit card debt, feeling like there’s no way out. Between Covid and inflation and gas prices, it’s harder than ever to make ends meet without using a credit card to assist. And that’s if you don’t have an emergency… but who doesn’t...