There was a time, not so long ago, when the idea of working from home seemed like a pipe dream for many people. However, as technology improves and companies come around to the idea, remote work has become a reality for many of us. (Not to mention a global pandemic that forced many workers to […]
Setting up a monthly budget for you and your household is one of the first steps of smart financial management. However, it’s also something many of us struggle with. We know it’s important but seeing exactly how our money is being spent each month can be an uncomfortable experience. Better to just spend less than […]
When it comes to monetary customs, tipping has to be one of the most confounding of all. The practice of giving a gratuity or tip originated in Tudor England (1485-1603). There, overnight guests in private homes were expected to provide a sum of money to the host’s servants. Since then, tipping has become a widely-adopted […]
In the world of personal finance, “money saved for a rainy day” is far from the sexiest investment you can make. That doesn’t mean it’s not important though. When your life gets flipped upside down — whether from job loss, divorce, a death in the family, or any sort of unexpected financial crisis — having […]