The one-dollar rule: How a personal finance expert justifies any purchase
The secret to guilt-free shopping comes down to this one simple math equation.
In this day and age, it can be difficult to avoid making impulse purchases. The option to "Shop Now" on Instagram or "Add to Cart" in TikTok Shop makes it a little too easy to buy those trendy jeans or band t-shirt without thinking much about it.
Those purchases can add up over time, making it more challenging to focus on what should be a priority: funding your emergency fund, IRAs and 401(k)s.
