7 Money New Year’s Resolutions Every Artist Should Make in 2021

With the New Year underway, it’s time to talk about ways we can improve our finances. Here are seven easy financial resolutions you should commit to this year.

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A Conversation With Alyssa Davies of Mixed Up Money

After admiring Alyssa Davies’ illustrations and blog, Mixed Up Money, I asked her to sit down and talk about the various ways money and creativity connect.

A Step-By-Step Guide To Saving for Short-Term Goals

The secret to saving is to break down your saving goals into small milestones. Here’s the tried and true method I use to save for all my short-term goals.

Budgeting, budgeting, personal finance, savings, sinking fundsScarlett McCarthyJune 26, 2020Comment

Savings 101: Building An Emergency Fund

Having an emergency fund gives you peace of mind and a safety net when life happens. Here are our simple tips for creating an emergency savings fund.

Obé Fitness: The Budget-Friendly Home Workout You’ll Love

Obé fitness makes working out at home easy, fun, and affordable. The fitness app offers live classes and boasts a library of previously recorded classes, too.

My May Net Worth Update

In April, my net worth dropped by $259.00. Here’s what happened and why I’m hopeful the rest of 2020 will be positive for me and my net worth.

How To Budget When You Have A Fluctuating Income

If you wonder where all your money went you probably need a budget. Meet the 5-step plan you can use to tackle your budget even if your income fluctuates.

Here’s What You Should Actually Spend Your Stimulus Check On

You probably have a growing list of what you could buy with your stimulus check. Use this guide to identify the financial move that actually makes sense.

The Frozen Trader Joe's Meals You Gotta Try

Trader Joe’s frozen dinners have saved my budget on more than one occasion. Here are the best vegetarian and vegan options for anyone looking to save money.

My April Net Worth Update

Between March and April, my net worth increased by $1,629. Although I’m still in the red, I’m hopeful I can reach net worth positivity by the end of this year.

What To Do If You're Actually Literally Broke Right Now

Many people are experiencing job loss and economic uncertainty amid the COVID-19 Pandemic. Here are 7 things you can do to create more room in your budget.

The Best Personal Finance Videos On YouTube

Personal finance YouTube makes leveling up your money knowledge accessible and simple. These videos are guaranteed to teach you important money lessons.

FREE Covid-19 Resources For Artists And Creatives

Literally Broke's resource guide contains information about grants, scholarships, and more to help you navigate money during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

A Conversation With Tiffany Ferguson

Personal finance YouTube is pretty actively un-cool. And that’s exactly why Tiffany Ferguson’s videos about her student loans and Bernie Sanders stand out.

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How I Plan On Becoming Net Worth Positive

After aggressively paying off credit card debt, I’m focused on increasing my net worth in the new year. Here’s the plan I’m using to reach net worth positivity.

How To Talk To Your Significant Other About Money

Talking about money can be uncomfortable. Here are the three things you need to do to make conversations about money easy, productive, and fulfilling.

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The 5 Sinking Funds I'm Focusing On In 2020

By earmarking money for specific events and purchases, you can make spending money stress-free and easy. Here are the sinking funds I’m saving towards in 2020.

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Unexpected Lessons I Learned During A Spending Fast

A spending fast taught me how to break my overspending habit once and for all. Sometimes it takes a no spend month to remember what (and whom) is of value.

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Here's Why I Founded Literally Broke

Literally Broke is a personal finance platform for artists and creatives. We’re on a mission to end financial fear and help you take control of your money.

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