Luckily for Chase credit card holders, there are many ways to rack up Chase Ultimate Reward Points. Two Chase cards might have different bonus offerings or point rates for certain spending categories, but all Chase Ultimate Reward points can be redeemed for statement credit, gift cards, and travel arrangements. Typically, 10,000 points are valued at […]
Who here has always wanted to fly business class but couldn’t fathom shelling out that much money for a plane ticket? 🖐️ Considering that you’re reading a website called The Frugal Expat, I’m going to take a wild guess and say that it’s..most of you. I can relate. I was in the same boat till […]
For all the lonely souls out there, maybe a move to a new country or even a vacation could be the key to finding your perfect person. A recent study from OffRobe has revealed the countries with the best odds of finding a partner. The research uses data such as the number of single people, […]
Are you stuck in a toxic job? Is your boss power-hungry, employing manipulation tactics to ensure his team pledges loyalty to the profession? Does walking into work fill you with a sense of dread? Do coworkers often call out? You might work in a toxic workplace if you said “yes” to those questions. Let’s explore […]
Traveling with family and friends is great, but there’s something about traveling alone that makes you feel a bit more adventurous. There’s nothing quite like the exhilaration of exploring a new place unaccompanied, but it’s not always the best choice. Some cities, despite their qualities, are too unsafe to visit by yourself. If you plan […]
Picture ten years from now. You’re just heading into or well into retirement, and you’re starting to realize that your house is full of odds and ends that you haven’t thought about, let alone used, in years. Many retirees think about downsizing their homes. Their children are grown and out on their own, and they […]
Generation Z refers to those born between 1997 and 2012, while criteria varies by the source. Born after Millennials, Generation Z spent most of their lives with cell phones and modern technology, which bestows them with some advantages and many disadvantages. Their aptitude for tech, while detrimental in some ways, has also allowed many in […]
Do you ever look at your bank account and wonder where all your money goes? Sure, some of it pays for necessities like living and transportation expenses, but how much of your hard-earned cash goes toward nonessential purchases? In the moment, those unnecessary purchases may seem like just a few dollars here and there, but […]
Many retirees move to other U.S. towns and cities that are the most hospitable to them and their needs, including the cost of living, public safety, and quality of life. Choosing to live in these places is easy. Yet some cities aren’t popular with retirees because they don’t offer the amenities other places have. This […]
Living frugally is often seen as being cheap. However, it’s not quite so simple. Living frugally is all about saving money where, when, and as often as you can. It isn’t about skimping on fun or never paying for a great experience. Being invested in a frugal lifestyle often prioritizes experiences over possessions. So, if […]
