Day 1 - Saturday: I have breakfast at home consisting of nutella toast and miscellaneous spreads. Early in the morning, I made a grocery run to a market a couple of blocks down and bought fresh flowers for the first time (5 stems for $5.99); I figured I would treat myself and decorate the apartment a bit since I have guests over! The grocery bill totals $36.94 for 12 items…
Read moreMy Weekly Spending: Introducing My Vision Behind a New “Money Series”
I was first introduced to the concept of a “money diary” or “tracking your expenses” by Manisha Thakor, a Wellesley alum whose book opened my eyes up to the world of personal finance. Fast forward four years. I secure my first job, allowing me to support myself financially as a 22-year old. It is now year 2018 and there is no shortage of personal finance advice on the internet. This post marks the beginning of my “diary” relating to my finances as a 28-year old…
Read moreWhy I Pay for (Almost) Everything with a Credit Card (which is Different from a Debit Card)
Nowadays, I rarely carry cash on me, and on the few occasions when I do, it is usually only about $10. I don’t like having cash. Not only is it dirty, but it also takes up a lot of space. What’s more, if you lose it, the money is gone forever…
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