Have you ever had a solution sitting right in front of you, but didn’t realize it until later? That happened to me just last week at the park and it reminded me how often the answers we’re searching for in life, money, or personal growth are hiding in plain sight. In this solo episode, I share a simple moment that made me completely rethink how I approach everyday challenges and how mindset plays a huge […]

For 2024 I published my side hustle income report each month to maintain accountability. This year, my main goal is to be profitable. To maintain transparency, I’ve been reporting both on my income and my expenses this year. My day job has been subsidizing my side hustles, which kind of play out as a time-consuming hobby. My goal this year is to turn this around. Working at my business regularly helps me to sleep better […]

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There are some jobs in life that you can DIY and others that you leave to the pros. While you can handle simple tasks like paying your bills, what about doing your taxes, forming a business, or making a will?  Even when you’re sure you need help with your finances, it’s not always obvious where Source

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As I sit here in my pjs, nearly 11 AM on a weekday, with rain falling outside, I’m pretty contented. I have a cavalier puppy sleeping beside me on the couch, while Scout is asleep on the other couch, burrito-d up under a quilt. It’s always nice to hear rain hitting a tin roof. Evan29 […] The post Contented. appeared first on Burning Desire For FIRE.

Looking for something fun to do that doesn’t cost a dime? Whether you’re saving money, bored on the weekend, or just want to make the most of your free time, there are plenty of ways to enjoy life without spending a cent. Grab some friends—or go solo—and start making memories that don’t come with a price tag. Read more: Here are 52 frugal hobbies you can start this weekend.  See the ultimate Boomer bucket list. Don’t miss these! Learn how to turn your favorite hobbies into a paycheck.  1. Have a Picnic in a Park Ingrid Balabanova/shutterstock.com Visit a local park or nature reserve to enjoy a peaceful picnic lunch for free. You may even want to schedule a picnic every week and change your menu up each time. Choose from sandwiches, wraps, sushi, salads and more. Bring fun snacks, fruits, veggies, and your favorite beverages.  2. Go for a Hike maxbelchenko/shutterstock.com Hiking is a great way to get exercise without having to pay for a gym membership. You can research nearby parks to find hiking trails that vary in difficulty. Plan your hike based on your skill level or physical ability, changing things up as you see fit.   3. Attend a Free Outdoor Concert Anton Gvozdikov/shutterstock.com Many cities and towns offer free outdoor concerts for residents and visitors. Attending a free concert is a wonderful way to connect with others while enjoying some great music. Visit city or town websites, or check out local community pages on sites like Facebook and the Neighborhood app to find scheduled events.  4. Take Advantage of Free Admission Days Photo by Riccardo: https://www.pexels.com/photo/exhibit-painting-display-69903/ Nearly all museums, zoos, and aquariums have free admission days. They may occur yearly or monthly, depending on the venue. Get information by visiting the venue website or your state’s tourism site.  5. Have a Garage Sale Pressmaster/shutterstock.com A garage sale is a great way to declutter your house and connect with others as they take unwanted items off of your hands. Bonus: Not only is it free to hold a garage sale, you’ll have a chance to make money in the process.  Increase your chances of success by advertising your garage sale on Craigslist and Facebook. Get rid of whatever you can’t sell at your garage sale by listing items on a buy and sell app.  6. Visit a State or National Park Joseph Sohm/shutterstock.com Most state and national parks offer free admission days and weekends at least a couple of times per year.  Visit the state or national park you want to visit and search the website to find the free admission days the park offers.  7. Rearrange a Room Artazum/shutterstock.com It might seem silly at first glance, but rearranging a room can really bring some extra joy to your home.  Choose a room or two and find a way to rearrange it that will make good use of the space and yet give the room a different feel.  8. Clean Up a Park Photo by Anna Shvets: https://www.pexels.com/photo/volunteers-collecting-trash-on-green-grass-field-5029859/ Is there a

Your Christmas shopping rights buying and returning items Christmas is less than two months away and many of us are spreading the cost and making the most of bargains when we see them. Saving money at Christmas can only be a good thing but it can affect your consumer rights. But what are your rights if you are giving or receiving presents for Christmas? @thecomplainingcow Had to complain about a Christmas present. How to return […]