Freelancing is a thrilling and dynamic career path, offering the freedom to set your own hours, pursue your passions, and make a significant impact. However, the financial aspect of freelancing can be unpredictable, with fluctuating income streams and unexpected expenses. As we navigate the ever-changing economic landscape, it’s crucial for freelancers to adopt smart financial […]
How to Set SMARTER Financial Goals
New year, fresh start! As 2023 is just right about the corner, you may be thinking about how you can spend less and save more. And while setting the intention is a great first step, the most important part is actually following through with the plan beyond January. New Year’s Syndrome Human as we are, many of us […]
How much insurance do you need?
One of the first steps in buying life insurance is determining how much coverage you will need. Your life insurance purchase should be a part of a larger financial plan, taking into consideration any strengths or gaps between your current situation and your financial goals. Why do you need insurance? Life is unpredictable. Whether we […]
[Press Release] Hidilyn Diaz joins BDO as its champion for financial education
BDO Unibank today formally welcomes Hidilyn Diaz, the Philippines’ first-ever Olympic Gold medalist, to its family of brand ambassadors. Three months after ending the country’s nearly 100-year quest for Gold at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the Zamboanga City native joins forces with the Bank to champion financial education, not only for her fellow athletes but […]
How to Price Your Freelance Services: Know your Minimum Hourly Rate
Updated: April 27, 2021 One year into the pandemic, many have transitioned into online freelancing. I’ve seen many posts on several Facebook groups for freelancers asking if it’s okay to charge X dollars per hour for a full-time or part-time position. In efforts to help newbie freelancers out there, I thought I should update […]
How to Get into the Habit of Saving:
5 Tips to Get Started Now
Nearly everyone wants to be rich. We want to live in financial comfort and stability, to be able to buy anything we want and to have access to a first-class lifestyle. While the end goal is clear, it’s hard to know where to begin your wealth-building journey. The best place to start is of course […]
#PlannerNerd: FREE Printable Financial Planner
The end of the year is fast approaching. Barely a month to go, and we’re facing 2020! Whoah! Anyhow, as I sat down to review my financial planner, I realized I needed a design update. I wanted to do away with the excessive curls and colors of the previous design and create a simpler (but more comprehensive) […]