31 Ways To Build a Richer Life

GOBankingRates wants to help you Live Richer. For a month, we’ve been sharing daily tips for how you can do just that, with advice on budgeting, saving, investing, making the most of your career, managing debt and making smart money moves in every phase of your life. If you’ve missed out on any of our 31 Days of Living Richer, now’s the time to catch up.

Here’s everything you need to know to live a rich life.

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If you’re new to budgeting or are still in search of a budgeting strategy that works for you, you’ll love these tips from personal finance expert Rachel Cruze, “Broke Millennial” author Erin Lowry and David Bach, author of “The Automatic Millionaire.”

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We’ve put together the ultimate budgeting guide that includes types of budgeting methods, all the steps you need to create a budget and budgeting tips for beginners.

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Use technology to help you stick to your budget with one of these budgeting apps.

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Sticking to a budget does not mean you have to constantly deprive yourself. Find out how to Live Richer on a budget.

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If one of your financial goals is to build up your savings — whether you are aiming to have six months of living expenses saved in an emergency fund, want to plump up your kids’ college savings or are saving for your dream vacation — it can feel overwhelming when your savings goal is high. However, saving just a little bit each month can add up over time. Here are a few ways to kickstart your savings.

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Once you’ve gotten into the habit of saving, you may be wondering if it’s better to put your funds into a savings account or a retirement account. Here’s how to know where to store your funds.

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If you haven’t made saving money a habit, here’s how to make it one. The sooner you start, the sooner you’ll reach your savings goals.

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Saving money can seem impossible if you live paycheck to paycheck, but there are always ways to find a little wiggle room in your budget to make room for saving.

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You may not feel like saving money needs to be a priority. Perhaps you are more concerned with making more money or paying off debts. But the truth is that saving money is a key component if you want to Live Richer.

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You don’t need a ton of disposable income to start investing. Here’s how to get started investing with just a little each paycheck.

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There is a lot of investing advice out there — and not all of it is good. But here’s some advice you can trust from Farnoosh Torabi, host of the “So Money” podcast, Liz Claman, anchor of FOX Business’s “The Claman Countdown,” and entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban.

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There’s been lots of buzz about meme stocks and day trading for short-term gains, but ideally, investing is part of your long-term financial plan. That’s because the longer you stay invested, the longer you have to reap the benefits of compounding. Here’s how to invest for the long term.

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Still not convinced you need to be investing? Read about all of the ways investing helps you to Live Richer.

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Boosting your income can help you reach all of your financial goals faster. Here are three side jobs that can help you make some money outside of your 9-to-5.

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No matter what your money goals are, a side gig can help you achieve them. Here are a few of the financial goals that a side hustle can be helpful with.

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Whether you’re currently unemployed or have hit a career plateau, you may not know how to find a job that best fits with your life. Here’s how to get started in your job search.

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Salary isn’t everything when it comes to choosing the best job for you — you also need to pay attention to the perks and benefits that come along with it. These are the top job perks to look out for.

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Balancing your personal and work life can be a challenge, especially if you are working from home (and even if you aren’t). These tips will help you achieve a better balance between the two.

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If you’re due for a raise or are accepting a new job offer, don’t be shy about negotiating your salary — you won’t get what you don’t ask for. Here are some expert-approved ways to approach the negotiation.

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No job is perfect, but there is a job (or jobs) that’s perfect for you. These are the signs you’ve found your dream job.

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When you’re ready to tackle your debt, you may not know the best way to go about it. Here’s how the experts say you should manage your debt.

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The first step to getting out of debt is to stop taking on more debt. Find out how to stop accumulating debt once and for all.

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No matter how much debt you have, you can tackle it if you chip away at it little by little — you don’t need to make drastic moves to become debt-free. Read how to pay off your debt in a manageable way.

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In addition to being a constant stressor, having debt can impact other areas of your financial life and prevent you from living your richest life.

Read: What Not To Do While Trying To Get Out of Debt

Your 20s are the time to start building good financial habits. Find out how to Live Richer in your 20s.

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By your 30s, you’ve likely established yourself in your career and are now tackling new life milestones like getting married, buying a home and having kids. Here’s how to Live Richer in your 30s.

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Your 40s are the best time to get serious about retirement planning, while still enjoying time with your family. Here’s how to Live Richer in your 40s.

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Your 50s are typically your peak earning years, as well as the decade right before you retire. Here’s how to Live Richer in your 50s.

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Buying a home is a huge life milestone that also comes with new financial responsibilities. Here’s how to Live Richer as a homeowner.

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Becoming a parent is an exciting time — but it can also cause financial stress if you are not well prepared. Here’s how to Live Richer as a new parent.

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Retirement is a time to relax and enjoy yourself after the years of hard work that are now behind you. But it also requires good financial planning to ensure your retirement savings and income will last your lifetime. Here’s how to Live Richer in retirement.

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