Concluding the Money Makeover Series: Lessons Learned
The Money Makeover Series has come to an end – but in the lives of these four girls things are only just beginning! No philosophy or life plan can be completely remodeled in three...
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Honoring Those with Teaching Careers
In honor of “Back to School” season, I’d like to honor those with careers in teaching. I’ve always admired teachers and there have been a few that have touched my life immensely. My sister...
Money Makeover Series: Looking Forward to the Possibilities
Last time we checked in with Krystle, she was dealing with the loss of her job and therefore a whole new budget. However, she blew me away with her positivity and determination to turn...
A Side Hustle Story: Meet Stephanie Hilen
My name is Stephanie Hilen. I’m a wife, the mother of a two year old and work full-time as a second grade teacher. I’m excited to tell you my #SideHustle story today. After I...
Money Makeover Series: From Anxious to Empowered
Several months ago I had my first money talk with Kayla and the overriding theme was anxiety. Kayla went from being a struggling freelance writer to a pretty great full-time gig, but she could...
Making New Friends as a Career Girl
About 2 years ago, one of my very close friends (we’ll call her Sandra) started to drift away from me. We were really close in college: we were in the same sorority, we went...
Money Makeover Series: Wrapping Up Future Financial Leader
It’s time for another Money Makeover Series wrap up! Today we’re finding out how our Future Financial Leader fared for the past three months. True to her plan of becoming a financial leader, she’s...
9 Easy Ways to Start Eating Healthier
As many of you know, I grew up being overweight. It wasn’t until after many fad diets, trips to the gym, and diet pills that I finally learned how to effectively lose weight. The...
Money Makeover Series: Wrapping up Ready to Launch
Three months have come and gone in a flash, and it’s time to see how our Money Makeover participants fared. First up: Ready to Launch! Read on to find out the astonishing changes Mimosa...
Money Makeover Series: New Beginnings
We’ve got just one more check in before the final reveal of everyone’s Money Makeover results, and this one’s a doozy! The last time you read about Krystle, our New to the Workforce participant,...