One of the best cures for the cold weather blues is looking forward to the next fun thing on the horizon. February will soon come to an end and March will begin, which can only mean one thing ... Spring Break is around the corner! If you are planning on traveling during Spring Break this year, it's a good idea to plan ahead so that you have extra spending money. Check out … [Read more...] about Saving For Spring Break
Budgeting. Something that everybody "means" to do, but most it seems never actually get around to it. Budgets are not only a way to get out of debt, but also a way to stay out of debt. Budget is a pretty common word that gets thrown around a lot, but what exactly does it mean? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the word budget is defined as: An amount of money … [Read more...] about How to Make a Budget… and Stick to It!
As college students, we are always on the lookout for ways to save money (Okay, maybe you’re not always on the lookout, but you like saving a few dollars here and there). Real L.I.F.E. decided to help make your search a little bit easier. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite savings, and money management apps, that you can download right now! Gas Buddy Cost: … [Read more...] about 5 Apps That Will Save You Money
February is here and that can only mean one thing for lovebirds across the country... Valentine's Day is near! A major problem with Valentine's Day is that people can get so caught up in the hype that they make bad decisions with their money. But I'm here to tell you, that you don't have to spend tons of money on Valentine's Day to show your loved ones that you … [Read more...] about Show Your Wallet Some Love on Valentine’s Day
Yesterday was Groundhog Day, meaning the beloved groundhog Punxsutawney Phil predicted whether there would be an early spring, or six more treacherous wintery weeks. Usually Phil isn't quite ready to come out of his hibernation and calls for more winter. But this year a miracle happened. Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow, which means we have an early spring! Although … [Read more...] about Spring Time in Springfield