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From Financial Frustration to Financial Peace of Mind
“My light has been disconnected again Michelle!” I could hear the agony and frustration in my friend’s voice. Wendy’s job title implied she was middle class. However, she felt like a failed bill juggler and a bad money magician, since she just could not stretch her salary to cover even her essentials. Have you ever felt like this? Don’t worry. Here are some tips that helped my friend will help you too.
Money Lessons for Your Kids
Are your children learning good money habits from you? “Save up to buy shares in Nike before buying another pair of Nike shoes,” was the life-changing advice that Damon Williams, a teenage entrepreneur got from his mom, April Williams. The result, at 14 years old, her son, Damon, grew his net worth to more than US$50,000. Damon’s story is a hallmark of how parents can teach their children, the invaluable lesson of investing and saving at a young age.
Financial Vows: “When Two Become One”
The minister said to the bride “please repeat after me, ‘for richer or for poorer’ ”. She smiled and responded, “We will work towards for richer and for richer, and I will cherish you until death do us part.” Obviously, she was clear that she was not just hoping, but making financial vows to secure their future together.
Tailor your “Financial Workout” to Match You
Imagine yourself physically and financially fit. What do you look like? What can you afford? How does it make you feel? An indescribable sense