You probably wouldn't have guessed it from my chic style and beauty tips to my fashionable Instagram feed, but in my prior life, I was an accountant. Technically, Director of Finance, but you get the idea. My days consisted of balancing budgets, crafting spreadsheets, and posting debits and credits. I left my accounting days behind…
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Let's be honest with each other for a minute here, ladies: when was the last time you spoke to a close friend about money? Like, had a real conversation about your finances, the raise you're hoping to get, or even how much money you make? I'll bet you are drawing a blank. Growing up, many of us…
Guest Post by Clarence Mulcahy
Many of us live paycheck to paycheck. We have years of experience dealing with unforgiving budgets and do our best to stay above water. So if a large amount of money falls in your lap—through an insurance settlement, inheritance, or lottery win—you may not know what to do with…
You think you have what it takes to be a blogger or influencer. All you have to do is post pretty photos, and brands will give you free stuff and pay you to post about their products. It's easy, right?
WRONG!
There are many misconceptions about what it means to be a blogger or influencer. Before you…
Disclaimer: I am excited to bring you this post from Athleta with information on their new fashion line geared toward women who want to stay active and look professional. This is a sponsored post; however, all opinions are my own.
Honestly? Going to the gym is not my idea of a good time. I can overlook…
Having good credit is easier said than done. Think being responsible and paying your bills on time is enough to keep your credit score high? Think again. When applying for a mortgage or any large loan, your credit score can mean the difference between being approved and denied. Even if you are approved, your credit score determines the interest rate of your loan. If you don't have good credit, you could end up paying thousands in interest alone. You may think you’re on the right track, but these seven practices can negatively affect your financing and lower your credit score.
This post was sponsored by Chase IHG® Rewards Premier Credit Card, but all opinions are my own.
Credit card offers constantly arrive in the mail, offering everything from sign-up bonuses to waived first-year fees, to double points for the first month. These days, credit cards provide benefits for almost any of your favorite travel brands,…
This post was sponsored by Intuit Quickbooks, but all opinions are my own!
I love what I do, and I'm fortunate to be able to say that. My work challenges me, fulfills me creatively, allows me to travel and set my own schedule, and sometimes I can even do it in my pajamas. On the…
I have always thought of myself as business savvy. I studied finance and international business in college, and I’ve worked for a few for-profit and nonprofit companies in operations, HR, and finance. However, it wasn’t until I started working for myself that I understood the ins and outs of running a business. When you own…
Can we be straight up with each other? Saving money is hard work. It's a skill—maybe even an art. Without a financial plan, you're setting yourself up to fail. You have to approach saving money like any other new project: start slow until you find your stride. Only then can you set obtainable goals and ultimately…