Andrew’s Story: The Pursuit of a Minimalist Lifestyle
Meet Andrew, a recent newlywed living in Daly City, CA with his wife and their 13-year old son. What do you do? I work for the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission in the Water Resources Department. I’ve been at this position for a little over three years, but I’ve been with the company for over…
Read MoreFelicia’s Story: Can’t Spend It If You Can’t See It
Meet Felicia*, an Administrative Assistant who lives with her boyfriend in Massachusetts. What’s your home life like? My boyfriend and I are currently renting an apartment together. It’s been really good! We both have similar working hours, and we get to sleep at the same time. What do you do? I’m currently an Administrative Assistant.…
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We’re making it easier than ever to stay on track and hit your savings goals. Our brand new mobile app has all the SaverLife features you love in one convenient place. The mobile app is 100% free, just like the website. There are absolutely no fees or in-app purchases. Just download the app and create…
Read MoreTashana’s Story: Helping Foster Youth Financially Prepare for the Future
Meet Tashana, a social worker who lives with her fiancé and two kids in Virginia. Tell me about where you live and what your home is like. My family and I moved to Arlington, Virginia in December of 2017. Before that, I lived in Erie, Pennsylvania. My fiancé and I got engaged last September. We…
Read MoreBuchi’s Story: Experiences Instead of Material Items
Meet Buchi, a self-employed bookkeeper who lives and works in San Francisco. What do you do? I’m disabled and I’m self-employed with bookkeeping. I do that on the side. It’s been good for these last 9-12 years. What did your upbringing teach you about finances? (laughs) Well, to manage money responsibly. Here in the US,…
Read MoreCheranda’s Story: Celebrating Sobriety and Achieving her Financial Goals
Cheranda is an Assistant Operations Manager at a local grocery store in Portland, Oregon. How have you been? I’m 42, and this past Monday, I’ve been sober for seven years. In June, I’ll have been at my job for six years. I started off as a prep cook. During the past few years, I got…
Read MoreBrett’s Story: The Price of Debt
Meet Brett, a full-time student living in Indiana, Pennsylvania who’s pursuing his PhD degree. What do you do? I’m in the second year of my program at Indiana University, pursuing a degree in Literature and Criticism. It’s the study of literature but using theories and criticism to discuss different pieces. What did your upbringing teach…
Read MoreDaisy’s Story: Dreaming of a Purple House with Chickens
Meet Daisy, a part-time lecturer and breastfeeding peer counselor, living in San Francisco with her 5-year old daughter. What do you do for a living? I currently have two jobs and might pick up a third. I lecture a weekly class at San Francisco State University and I also have a part-time job as a…
Read MoreThe 6 Budgeting Challenges Most People Face, And How to Handle Them
When it comes to money, it’s more common to have challenges saving and budgeting than not. If you’ve found yourself caught between a rock and a hard place, there’s no need to worry or beat yourself up. These are common problems we all face, and with a few tips and tricks, you can work around…
Read More5 Emergencies to Consider When Safety Budgeting
An emergency fund should be a part of everyone’s saving priorities. It’s a nice little cushion to keep you resilient in the event of unforeseen circumstances that change your financial situation. It can be a lifeline when the unexpected happens and offers peace of mind when things seem to start taking a turn. Having an…
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