If you’re like me, you like money and probably want an abundance of it to do fun things like travel and eat well. Unfortunately we’re not alone, everyone else has also caught onto our grand scheme to have it all. This makes it much harder to get, even with our out of the box savvy. If you want to reach that golden over one million in cold hard cash (or real assets), there is one fool proof trick…… Save your money. I know it’s not glamorous or even crafty but there is no other solid way to reach your goal. Here is a chart of exactly what you need to set aside each month to reach your goal depending on your age and point of success. In this case it’s assuming you are shooting for 65. Realistically you can still work well over that age but why work if you don’t need to! Obviously the younger you are the easier this goal is to achieve. Saving $61 a month is pretty dang easy to have a sweet mill waiting for you at 65. In my case I turned 40 recently so I’m behind the game, luckily I have savings set aside […]
Recycle. Simple, free, easy. Plus, in some states, you’ll even get money back for recycling cans and bottles – and what’s more budget-friendly than that? Don’t buy new stuff. Whether you’re looking for furniture, books, appliances, or clothing (except underwear – we draw the line there), avoid paying top-dollar at retail shops. By buying second-hand goods or using a free trading service like Freecycle, you can get what you need for cheap or free, without supporting industries that draw on the Earth’s precious resources. Do it yourself. Rather than buying expensive green cleaning products, make your own with household supplies. You’ve probably already got everything you need to create all-natural, eco-friendly household cleaners. To make a scrubbing solution that’s perfect for cleaning bathtubs, simply combine half a cup of baking soda with enough liquid detergent to make a spreadable solution. For an earth-friendly window cleaning spray, an oven cleaner, a furniture polish, and more, check out Care2’s list of great green cleaning mixes. Green your commute. Can’t afford to buy a pricey hybrid? No problem – there are plenty of other ways to reduce your carbon footprint. If you live near the office, try biking there instead of driving whenever […]