I make it no secret that saving money on food and groceries has been key during my journey to improve my finances. I’m a major foodie, but taught myself how to cook several years ago in an attempt to save more money. I still enjoy trying out new recipes that I find on YouTube or… Read more
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How Big of An Emergency Fund Do Homeowners Need?
This post is brought to you by The Huntington National Bank and The Motherhood. All opinions are my own. Everyone should have emergency savings but an emergency fund for homeowners is crucial. I bought a house a little over a year ago and when we were in the process of preparing for homeownership, I… Read more
Is Rent a Center a Rip Off?
.The cost of housing can take up a significant amount of anyone’s budget. The general rule of thumb is to keep housing costs around 30% but what about the cost of filling your home with the items you need? Aside from the cost of your housing payment, it’s can also be expensive to fill your… Read more
Smart Back to School Shopping Strategies to Help You Stretch Your Dollar
It’s that time of year again…back to school budgeting season. I know that families with kids can very well drop hundreds of dollars on sending their children back to school with the latest gear. That’s just not me. My budget is always pretty moderate since I know there are tons of other expenses that I’ll… Read more
7 Smart Ways to Save Money on Back-to-School Clothes
School is almost back in session and back-to-school expenses can really drain your finances if you aren’t careful and let them creep up on you. Back-to-school outfits are probably one of the highest expenses you’ll have during this time of year if you’re a parent, but it doesn’t have to be. I actually like back-to-school… Read more
20+ Frugal Ways to Live Your Best Life
Who said you can’t be frugal and enjoy life? I initially stumbled upon frugality when I was trying to pay off debt and the concept sounded perfect to me – spend less on everyday expenses and put more money toward debt. I essentially became frugal by necessity as I was living way above my means… Read more