Tawnya is an elementary special education teacher by day and co-blogger at Money Saved is Money Earned by night. She holds an Honors BS in Psychology from Oregon State University and an MS in Special Education from Portland State University. She has had a pretty successful writing career, first as a writing tutor at the Oregon State University Writing Center, and in recent years, as a freelance writer. Tawnya and co-blogger Sebastian have a wealth of knowledge and information about personal finance, retirement, student loans, credit cards, and many other financial topics. They teach people how to save money, make money, and understand money.
Angel’s Rest Trail Quick Facts Length: 4.8 miles roundtrip Type: Out and back Elevation Gain: 1,475 feet Difficulty: Moderate Seasons: All but best April through October Family Friendly: Yes Restrooms: No Pass Needed: No Dogs: Leashed Busy: Yes Angel’s Rest Trail The Angel’s Rest Trail is a heavily trafficked out and back trail in the …
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Everyone likes to save money on travel, and luckily, there are plenty of great ways to get away without breaking the bank. Travel hacking is an industry in and of itself, with rewards, credit cards, loyalty programs, and a slew of travel deals to peruse and snatch up. What if you could earn free travel …
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For many people, traveling the United States is a dream that escapes them their whole life. Traveling the world is even further out of reach. However, a lucky group of people can accomplish two tasks at once with a job that allows them to travel. The majority of people who hold jobs would see this …
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What do you think of when you think of travel? Is it internationally, somewhere exotic, a luxury timeshare, a road trip? No matter your idea of travel or travel desires, almost everyone is drawn to unique experiences. Well, what if I told you that you didn’t have to take the trip of a lifetime to …
The term “6 figures” is thrown around a lot when it comes to money topics, but how much is 6 figures? While most of us aspire to make good money, there is just something about being able to declare that one has a 6-figure salary or has 6 figures saved or invested. 6 figures has …
Hustle culture is a huge part of our lives, especially for younger people. In fact, a recent survey from Bankrate found that nearly half of Americans under 35 reports having a side hustle, and nearly 1 in 3 of those side hustlers need the extra income to be able to pay their bills. Other side …
You’ve probably heard the term “Flea Market” before. You may have even visited a flea market. But, unless you’re a garage-saling, thrift-storing, antiquing pro, you probably have questions about flea markets, what they are, and how they can help you save and make money. While the name is a bit suspect on the surface, visiting …
Most people wish they had more money. Whether it is to pursue their passions, travel more, quit their stressful job, or because you need money now, dreams of wealth permeate the minds of many. But what if I told you that the wealth you’re dreaming of wasn’t as far away as you imagine? That you …
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What do you imagine when you hear the term “self-care”? Typically, people associate self-care with practices such as getting a massage, spending time in meditation, taking a bubble bath, or doing something else that you enjoy. While these certainly help decompress, it’s important to consider the bigger picture when finding ways to exercise self-care. Namely, …
It’s no secret that credit, especially good credit, is essential for most major purchases, like a car, a house, and even utility services. Unfortunately, with only 17 states requiring high school students to take a personal finance course, the importance and even definition of credit is not something that many learn about early enough. Without …
