Under the Skope

If you're set to earn more money next year or if you received a year-end bonus, then a congratulations is in order! But instead of spending the extra money, why not use it to shore up your finances?

With inflation eating our money alive and the holidays in full swing, I want to share two strategies that will help you save more money on your purchases. The same strategies helped me save $180 dollars on recent purchases.

Benjamin Franklin once said that "in this world, nothing can be certain, except death and taxes." However, our legendary founding father wasn't blessed with the type of financial sorcery that has spawned one of the most powerful savings accounts today, an account even more powerful than the 401(k) and the Roth IRA.

When I was looking to buy a house, I stashed away as much money as I could and threw it in my bank account. Little did I realize that I was losing so much potential money in the process. I'll review why my house savings strategy was the biggest savings mistake of my life.

Are you prepared if you are hit with an unexpected $2,000 expense? Without a solid Emergency Fund in place, you'll feel less financially secure and you'll be more likely to face further financial stress.