EXPERIENCE THE DIVERSE ESSENCE OF GUATEMALA

Good morning! Today, let’s dive into something interesting over at Savvy Scott. We’re exploring whether you should splurge more on Christmas gifts when your income goes up. Fascinating, right? When thinking about Guatemala, many people imagine small huts, dirt roads, and general poverty. However, if you’re wealthy in Guatemala, you …

Thriving in Your 30s: A Guide to Optimal Health and Fitness

Good morning! Last week, we discussed health and fitness in your 20s. Now, we have five top tips to help you stay healthy and fit in your 30s.

Exclusive Opportunity: Win $500 Cash or an iPad Mini 64GB!

With just under two days left to enter the $500 cash giveaway, don’t miss your chance if you haven’t joined yet! July was quite an eventful month. “RFI” celebrated its second anniversary, “Make Money Your Way” (MMYW) turned one, and Savvy Scot is thrilled to be part of this massive …

CAN COUPLES TRAVEL MORE AFFORDABLY?

When I graduated from college a decade ago, I decided to explore the world solo for a year. Being young and eager, I wanted to experience life to the fullest, all while sticking to a tight budget. I noticed many couples traveling together and often wondered if it would be …

WHY STRUCTURED SETTLEMENTS OFFER GREATER FINANCIAL ADVANTAGES COMPARED TO LUMP SUM PAYMENTS

**Understanding Structured Settlements** Structured settlements were created for personal injury cases, offering an alternative to receiving a lump-sum payment. With structured settlements, after an initial large payment for immediate needs, the claimant gets regular payments over several years. It’s essential to weigh the pros and cons of both options and …

Charming Abode in Guatemala: Two Years and Counting

Time for a new life and house update. It’s been quite a whirlwind lately. After spending a whole month with my brother visiting and then going through a breakup with my boyfriend, getting back to everyday life has been challenging. After dropping my brother off at the airport, I returned …

Life in a Cozy Guatemalan Home: Month 16 Diary

Sure thing! Here’s the revised version of the main content of the article: — Another update already? Yup, but don’t worry, I’m done talking about my little guest house… for now :). The updates have been more frequent lately because I got behind due to our trip to Europe. So …

CAN ONLINE GAMING BE A LUCRATIVE CAREER PATH?

I’ve always been a fan of odd jobs and side hustles, as highlighted in the side hustle series on Make Money Your Way. Today, let’s explore an industry that could be perfect for either a full-time career or a side gig for students: online gaming. With the rise of online …

A Cozy Abode in Guatemala: Month 13 Chronicles

We’ve been back from Europe for about a month now and so much has happened. To start, we had our first Airbnb guests in November! We got four bookings and earned around $400. The first couple arrived just a day after we got back, along with my boyfriend’s aunt. They …

Engaging Financial Fun for Children Plus a Chance to Win an iPad Mini

Today, I’m happy to welcome Shannon from The Heavy Purse to share her insights on money activities for kids. Like Shannon, I’ve worked from a young age and believe in teaching kids the value of money, giving them ample opportunities to work and learn. Shannon is doing a great job …