Mvelopes Monday Email: Stock Shifts and How to Stop Procrastinating

September 6, 2021 [image]( Monday, September 6th, 2021 [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( Pumpkin spice season is upon us - and just in time. On this day in 1899, Carnation processed its first can of signature evaporated milk, a key ingredient in modern dessert making. Thanks to this day in history, pumpkin pies are enjoyed all around the country using this sweet, creamy baking staple. Looking for a [knockout pumpkin pie recipe]( to commemorate? [image] [image] IN THE NEWS - In the days following Hurricane Ida making landfall in the US, relief efforts are underway to provide food, fresh water and shelter to local refugees. Tax-deductible donations are currently being accepted through various organizations including the Red Cross, United Way, Americares, and many more. [Find an organization and donate]( if you are able. - [Stocks rose at the end of August]( to kick off the start of the September trading season, with the NASDAQ at an all-time high. Curious about stocks, but not sure where to begin? Check out this [beginner's guide to stock trading](. [image]( ON THE PODCAST Have you ever caught yourself saying, "It's no big deal, I'll just finish that later"? On today's episode of We Hate Budgeting: This What's Stopping You From Getting Ahead, Wes and Gabe tackle the age-old question of, "How can I stop procrastinating?" By learning how to prioritize small daily tasks, we learn how to overcome bigger roadblocks and get back in control of our life and finances. [LISTEN ON APPLE]( [LISTEN ON SPOTIFY]( [LISTEN ON GOOGLE]( [image]( ON THE BLOG One question we get all the time is, "How can I budget if my income isn't consistent?" If you're a contractor, freelancer, or small business owner, the idea of putting money away for specific things may be anxiety inducing. Don't worry, there is a way to budget for that, and we have it all written down for you! Check out [How to Budget with a Variable Income]( on the Mvelopes Blog to start your spending plan. [READ THE BLOG]( Actually Good News [image] For over two years, 11 year old pitbull Sally Sue has been living in a dog foster shelter waiting for her forever home. Last week, animal advocate [Scott Poore took out a 30 foot billboard over downtown Mission, Kansas]( to promote the pooch's long-awaited adoption. Poore says once Sally Sue is placed with a family, he plans to do the same gesture for dogs in similar long-term shelter situations. What Is the Mvelopes Monday Email? The Mvelopes Monday Email helps you stay up to date and in-the-know. From finance news to random facts for those awkward small-talk moments before your Monday meeting, we've got you covered. Sponsored by Your Friends at Mvelopes Budgeting should be easy. At Mvelopes, we put you back in control of your money. Try us out for [30 days FREE]( and experience stress-free budgeting for the first time. [SIGN UP NOW]( Until next week, Your Friends at Mvelopes [Unsubscribe]( Mvelopes 434 W. Ascension Way Suite 200 Salt Lake City, Utah 84123 United States (801) 984-4200