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๐Ÿ’ธ Things I Refuse to Spend Money On (And Why)
Jul 06, 2026

๐Ÿ’ธ Things I Refuse to Spend Money On (And Why)

Here are six things I refuse to spend money on, and the thinking behind each one.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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๐Ÿ“Š Mid-Year Check-In: Are You On Track With Your 2026 Financial Goals?
Jun 22, 2026

๐Ÿ“Š Mid-Year Check-In: Are You On Track With Your 2026 Financial Goals?

Weโ€™re halfway through 2026. Here's how to check if you're on track with the financial goals you set in January, and what to do if you're not.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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๐Ÿ“ˆ The Economy Is Rough. Here's How You Can Adjust Your Spending
May 04, 2026

๐Ÿ“ˆ The Economy Is Rough. Here's How You Can Adjust Your Spending

Everything is getting more expensive. Here are small, tangible ways to cut spending without overhauling your life.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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โœ‰๏ธ Envelope Budgeting: Is This the Right System for You?
Mar 09, 2026

โœ‰๏ธ Envelope Budgeting: Is This the Right System for You?

A practical guide to envelope budgeting in the Philippines: how it works, how to implement it, and whether it fits your financial situation.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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โŽ When Pag-IBIG MP2 Isnโ€™t the Right Move
Jan 26, 2026

โŽ When Pag-IBIG MP2 Isnโ€™t the Right Move

Learn when Pag-IBIG MP2 actually fits your goals and when it can get in the way.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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๐ŸŽ„How to Save Smarter This Christmas
Dec 08, 2025

๐ŸŽ„How to Save Smarter This Christmas

Learn how to save money during Christmas with intentional budgeting, smart gift planning, and practical DIY ideas that keep holiday overspending in check.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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๐Ÿฆ How to Pick a Bank Account That Works for You
Oct 13, 2025

๐Ÿฆ How to Pick a Bank Account That Works for You

Traditional vs. digital banks? See what really matters when choosing where to park your money.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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๐ŸงพCMEPA Is Hereโ€”And Itโ€™s Not the Villain You Think
Jul 21, 2025

๐ŸงพCMEPA Is Hereโ€”And Itโ€™s Not the Villain You Think

Learn what CMEPA means for your savings, MP2, mutual funds, and stock investments. New tax rules explained for regular Filipino savers.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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๐Ÿ–๏ธ How Much Should You Really Save for Retirement?
Jul 07, 2025

๐Ÿ–๏ธ How Much Should You Really Save for Retirement?

How much should you save for retirement? Learn the 25x rule, PH-based saving strategies, and where to invest for future freedom as a young Filipino professiona.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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๐ŸŽฏ Sweldo with Purpose: How to Set and Hit Your Financial Goals
Jun 17, 2025

๐ŸŽฏ Sweldo with Purpose: How to Set and Hit Your Financial Goals

Learn how to set SMART financial goals, build a clear money plan, and choose where to save based on your timeline. Perfect for Filipino yuppies aged 20โ€“30.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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Budgeting 101: How to Save Your Sweldo Without Feeling Deprived
May 26, 2025

Budgeting 101: How to Save Your Sweldo Without Feeling Deprived

Letโ€™s break down the basics of budgeting, a strategy you can actually stick to, and free apps to help you manage every peso.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim
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Youโ€™re Adulting, But Are You Emergency-Proof? ๐Ÿง
May 12, 2025

Youโ€™re Adulting, But Are You Emergency-Proof? ๐Ÿง

Happy Election Day! Build peace of mind with an emergency fund. Learn how much to save, where to keep it, and why every young professional needs one.

Marianne Lim
Marianne Lim

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