Shopping for loved ones during the holidays is the worst on a budget. You want to find the perfect gift, but holiday shopping anxiety gets the best of you, and the next thing you know you are shopping at the last minute. You don't want to get your loved ones just any old thing. Here are some creative holiday gift ideas under $100, for all personality types:
There is nothing like devoting all your spare time to traveling the world. Exploring the globe with a map at hand and maybe even your best friend right by your side. Experiencing the cultures of the world and imbuing yourself with a lifelong passion and a thirst for life is the ultimate pleasure. Now is the perfect time to forget about the strife of everyday life and reinvent yourself as a free spirit. Additionally, Self-actualization, inner peace, and lifelong positivity require a drastic change of scenery, so here are my top five places in the world you need to add to the travel bucket list that you will never forget.
I have said time and time again, the key to financial success is understanding how you spend your money and using that knowledge to make wise choices. The only way to accomplish this is through budgeting! Figuring out how much you spend on food, entertainment, medical expenses, and even shoes can help you plan for the month ahead. But how do you do this? Where do you start? Right here, right now! I'm going to show you the right way to set a budget and how to crush it every month!
One of the first things I learned from my husband is that the best salmon comes from Alaska. I've listened to numerous stories about of his days as a commercial salmon fisherman and dipnetting experiences back in Anchorage. Getting fresh Alaskan Salmon in the "lower 48" does come at a cost, but it is totally worth it. I found this beautiful piece of fish at Whole Foods to make pan seared Alaskan salmon with fresh dill, lemon, and capers.
So your publicist failed to get you an invite to the latest Hollywood red carpet event. No worries. Likely, the only thing you've missed is an opportunity to blow thousands of dollars on a dress you will never wear again. It's time for new representation anyway - LOL. The good news is your chances to spot a celebrity are anything but dead.
There are many ways for the stars to align while in Tinsel Town, and you do not have to bribe your way into a reservation at the newest hot spot. You can, in fact, see some of the best attractions Los Angeles has to offer for free and increase your chances to take home a close encounter story of the celebrity varietal.
When I was in my 20's, I thought I had it all figured out. I was finally living on my own and making enough money to support myself, but little did I know I was also setting myself up for financial failure. My careless financial habits and frivolous daily purchases were going to snowball into a mound of debt that I wouldn't be able to get myself out of. They say hind sight is 20/20, but if I knew then what I know now, I would probably be living on easy street. Here are the biggest financial mistakes from my 20's that you should avoid at any age.
It's that time of the year again. Everyone is in the holiday spirit, parties are in full swing, dinners are being planned and the wish lists have gotten quite long! This is the exact time of the year when it seems that everyone starts to ignore their spending and let the holiday cheer take over. Don't let the season of giving ruin your financial progress. The end of the year is the perfect time to review the financial strides you've made and plan for the 2016. By analyzing your spending and following these key steps, you will place yourself in a better financial position for the New Year. Here is my Year End Financial Checklist that will help make your season brighter!
