Sophia Perry

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How Our Childhood Homes Shape The Way We Spend When We Move As Adults

Last Updated on November 3, 2025 / Money Talk

Childhood memories influence how we react to change. The layout, routines, and emotional tone inside our first home follow us into adulthood. These early cues shape comfort, security, and fear. When we relocate, spending becomes emotional. We may rush to recreate familiar patterns without noticing. The way we spend when we move often reflects those […]

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Storing For Life: Long-Term Storage Fees Vs. Buying A Bigger Home

Last Updated on October 17, 2025 / House & Home

Many people reach a point where their home no longer fits their belongings. Some choose to rent storage units, while others think about moving to a bigger home. The decision seems simple but carries deep financial and emotional consequences. Rising rents, interest rates, and property values make this comparison more important than ever. In fact,

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Moving in Stages: How Incremental Relocation Can Protect Your Budget

Last Updated on October 16, 2025 / Money Talk

Moving into a new home is often exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming, especially when you factor in costs. Between hiring movers, buying supplies, and managing time off work, relocation expenses can add up quickly. That’s why more people are discovering the advantages of moving in stages. Instead of trying to handle everything at

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Budgeting for Community Buy-In: Why Moving Costs Extend to Social Integration

Last Updated on September 17, 2025 / Money Talk

When we think about moving or launching a new project in a community, the first things we usually budget for are the obvious ones: transportation, equipment, housing, maybe permits, and marketing. But there’s one line item that often gets overlooked, and it can make or break your success: community buy-in. Whether you’re a nonprofit organization

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Smart Cash Flow Management When Your Move Spans Multiple Pay Cycles

Last Updated on August 25, 2025 / Manage Money

Relocating to a new home is exciting, but it can also be financially overwhelming—especially when your move spans multiple pay cycles. Moving is rarely a one-day event; it’s a series of expenses that occur before, during, and after the big day. Between security deposits, moving services, packing supplies, and setting up utilities, your cash flow

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How To Create A ‘Two Lives’ Budget When You’re Between Homes

Last Updated on November 1, 2025 / House & Home

Living between two homes sounds temporary, but it often lasts longer than expected. Whether you’re waiting to close, stuck in renovation delays, or starting a job before your move-in date, the costs can sneak up on you. You’re not just covering double rent or mortgage payments. You’re living two lives. That’s why building a budget

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How Storage Mismanagement Costs You More Than You Think

Last Updated on June 16, 2025 / Business

Storage might seem like a background concern when you’re running a business or managing a household, but it’s far more influential than most people realize. Whether you’re dealing with excess inventory, seasonal decorations, archived documents, or personal belongings, poor storage practices can slowly chip away at your finances, efficiency, and peace of mind. The issue

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How to Avoid Lifestyle Inflation After Moving to a ‘Fancier’ City

Last Updated on May 15, 2025 / Money Talk

Moving to a fancier city often brings excitement—and the risk of lifestyle inflation. It’s easy to start spending more because your surroundings are more upscale. However, learning how to avoid lifestyle inflation after moving is key to keeping your finances healthy. Here, we’ll show you simple, practical ways to enjoy your new city without overspending.

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