About Elle Martinez

Elle Martinez helps families at Couple Money achieve financial freedom by sharing tips for reducing debt, increase income, and building net worth. Learn how to live on one income and have fun with the second..

House Hunters: How to Find a Hidden Gem (and Not a Money Pit!)

Today we’re going over home buying tips so you can snag a great deal on your dream house!  What You Need to Know About Buying a House I don’t know how things are in your area, but here in the Triangle, the housing market is hot. Prices have shot up. The median price of homes […]

How to Buy the Right House for You

Are you house hunting or about to start? Learn how you can buy the right house for you and your budget.  Mistakes Home Buyers Make Buying a house is usually one of the biggest purchases you can make and the financial paperwork of getting a mortgage gets complicated quickly.  Besides having a down payment ready, […]

Buying a House? Here’s How to Get a Great Deal with Your Mortgage

When you’re buying a house, there is a ton of paperwork and terminology thrown at you.  Today we’re going to decipher and explain all the essentials you need to know to get a great deal on your mortgage!  Getting a Great Mortgage When Buying a House Even if you’re excited and ready to buy a […]

How to Build a Profitable Side Hustle

Carla Titus shares the realities of running a profitable business from home and how she and her husband created a system that fits their goals and family life! The Realities of Starting a Side Hustle from Home Nowadays it’s become more common for couples and families to diversify their income. Whether it’s because they looking […]

Marriage & Money: Finding Your Work-Life Balance

Looking to balance work and family? LaTisha Styles shares her take and story on being a happily married entrepreneur! Entrepreneurs + Marriage One of the ways the pandemic has reshaped things is by seeing how many more people are working from home.  I’ve seen different reports and estimates give ranging from 25-32%.  Working from home […]

How to Diversify Your Income with Side Hustles

Looking to boost your income? Learn how to find and launch a side hustle so Are you thinking of starting a side hustle, but you’re afraid of burnout? Learn how you can have the best of both worlds – diversify your income and earn money on the side while keeping it sustainable and fit around […]

6 Easy Ways to Save Money on Gas

If you haven’t filled your gas tank recently, you’re in for a real surprise at the pump. Right now the current average for a gallon of regular gas in the US is $4.31. That’s a sharp increase from even just a week ago when it was $3.72! How to Save on Your Gas Money While […]