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April was quite the month for me. My job status is still up in the air and the feeling of burnout is overwhelming. These past weeks (months) have been some of the most stressful and nervewrecking time in my life. With all the tension in the office, you could practically cut through the air with … Read More “Personal Update #3 – April 2021 | $100 Month in Dividends!” »
What is an emergency fund? An emergency fund is stash of cash that is readily available for unplanned expenses. It is an essential part of any financial plan and should be built up to cover three to six months of all expenses! What are emergency funds for? Emergency medical bills Home repairs and necessary appliances … Read More “Having an Emergency Fund and Why It Should Matter to You!” »
As we are moving our way through 2021, I am excited to share my journey with all of you! My overall goal is to transparent with the challenges, obstacles, and surprises along the way. No one’s path is the same in this life but, we can still learn and grow together. I want to provide … Read More “Personal Update #2 – January, February and March of 2021” »
Here are 7 ways to put your stimulus check to good use! Pay Any Late Bills Stock up on Food Storage Put it towards your Emergency Fund Max out your 2020 or 2021 IRA Pay on High Interest Debt/Loans Invest it for the long haul Donate it to a charity or someone/place in need. So, … Read More “What Should You Do With Your Stimulus Check?” »
Job interviews are always nerve-wracking for me. I have sat on both sides of the table and no matter what, I will have the jitters going through the experience. It does not matter how many interviews you have aced; it is crucial to prepare and plan ahead for each one. “If you fail to plan, … Read More “How To Prepare For A Job Interview” »
Just as you customize your resume for the job posting you should also customize your cover letter. With sometimes a hundred or more people applying for one single position, take any opportunity to show your voice and what you are passionate about. But do not lay it on too thick! It is okay to be … Read More “Why A Cover Letter Is Important When Applying for A Job!” »
So, you are back on job hunt or looking for your first job…. This can be stressful and frustrating! It is time to dust off your resume writing skills and get to work. Remember, it is crucial that you tailor your resume to the specific job that you are applying for! One tool that I … Read More “Building A Resume That Gets You The Job You Want!” »
Today I want to focus on the current job outlook in the United States. Basically, estimations on what jobs are expected to see the highest increase in new openings and overall growth. I figured we would start out on the high note! These are currently the Highest Paying Jobs in the United States. Occupation Median … Read More “The Current Job Outlook in The United States” »
The rule of 72 is a simple way to figure out how long it will take an amount of money to double. All you need to do is divide 72 by the annual interest rate. This will give you a relatively close estimate to the number of years before your money is doubled. [72 … Read More “What is the Rule of 72 and How Does it Work?” »
When it comes to paying off debt there are two very well-known methods, the snowball method and the avalanche method. While the Snowball method focuses on paying off the smallest loan first, the Avalanche method tackles the loan with the highest interest rate first. Both methods require you to have a clearly defined budget, a … Read More “Which Debt Repayment Method is Right for You?” »
