This article is part of a 30-day series called the 30 Steps Program to Financial Independence. Have you ever hit the enter button on your computer’s calculator and watched the multiplication run endlessly until it reached a massive number? That’s essentially what compound interest does. If you have $100 at …
How Much Should You Financially Support Your Teenagers and Grown-Up Children? Plus, Win a TV Worth $1,249.99!
As parents, it’s natural to want to give your kids the best life possible, but there’s a fine line between providing for them and spoiling them. Let’s explore different aspects of this balance. ### Clothes When I was a teenager, I had various odd jobs like tutoring and babysitting. My …
Enhance Your Eco-Friendliness with Energy Efficiency Strategies
**Reducing Your Energy Costs** This post is part of a 30-day series focused on achieving financial independence. A significant portion of your income likely goes towards energy expenses, including gas. Cutting back on these costs can free up money for your financial independence fund and benefit the planet as well—a …
Ten Unusual Routines I’ve Adopted While Residing in the Tropics
Hey there! I’m glad to see you. Just a reminder, there’s still time to join the $100 giveaway I’m co-hosting. All the details are available. Since moving to Guatemala in October, my life has seen a lot of unexpected changes. Here’s a glimpse of what’s now part of my daily …
Maximizing Your Time and Joy in the Early Stages of Retirement
On Make Money Your Way, we’re celebrating our 6-month milestone. Did I reach my goal of earning $3,000 by this point? Click to find out… In early retirement, one question that often comes up is how to fill your time and manage relationships when you’re no longer working a 9 …
A New Chapter: Journey Through Northern Spain on Our European Adventure
Hey everyone! Today is my birthday, so my boyfriend and I are heading to the beach to relax. In the meantime, enjoy the recap of our bike trip through Northern Spain! Last time, I shared the first part of our two-month motorcycle trip through France. Now, we’re continuing our journey …
“Bonds and Bills: Are You Financially Primed for Marriage?”
Congratulations on taking the big step to propose to your partner! But before you tie the knot, it’s a good idea to take a close look at your financial situation. Here are some key financial areas to sort out before walking down the aisle: 1) Understand each other’s financial standings. …
Strategic Financial Planning by a 17-Year-Old for a Secure Tomorrow
I’m Eva Baker, a 17-year-old high school student with a keen interest in securing my financial future, and I love to help other teens do the same. When I’m not at the gym rock climbing or daydreaming about my future wedding, I’m busy sharing my financial journey on TeensGotCents. Living …
WHEN THE JONESES SEEK ACCEPTANCE
Why do people often feel the need to pressure us to climb up to where they are? When I was a kid, my dad lost his job. Looking back, it wasn’t such a big deal; we still went on holidays, I continued my piano and horse-riding lessons, we attended one …
My Journey to Singapore, Hong Kong, & Indonesia: Funding It All with Cash
A few years ago, my wife and I decided we wanted to visit Singapore because she had a friend living there. We thought it’d be a great chance to see her friend and her friend’s husband while exploring a new part of the world. We also wanted to visit Hong …