Two years ago we bought a house. It was a super exciting purchase but we knew we had a lot of work ahead of us. Owning a home means you need to handle all your maintenance and repairs, pay for taxes, and cover every utility bill. There were definitely some hidden expenses that came up…. Read more
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How I’m Dealing With the Rising Cost of Food
Food costs can be one of the trickiest expenses to manage. It’s a fluctuating expense that can change no matter how well you budget for it. Over the past few years, I’ve been able to keep our family’s monthly grocery spend to around $300 – $350. This doesn’t include dining out. However, lately I feel… Read more
How To Stop Letting Money Control You
“Money can’t buy happiness”. Or so the popular saying goes. I wholeheartedly agree. Just because money can keep you from becoming depressed due to financial hardships, that doesn’t mean that it’s the ultimate key to happiness. At the end of the day, I realize that I can pay off all my debt, buy a house,… Read more
Financial Anxiety and How to Gradually Overcome It
Today we have a guest post from Norma Spencer over at Coupon Chief. One of the leading causes of stress in the United States is worry related to finances. Money literally plays a huge role in many aspects of your life such as your health and even relationships. Anxiety and stress are closely related to… Read more
Self-Care: My New Not So Guilty Pleasure to Spend Money On
This post is sponsored by The Huntington National Bank and The Motherhood. All opinions are my own. I have always been big on self-care for as long as I can remember. Back in college, I never pulled an all-nighter because I was so adamant about always getting 8 hours of sleep – so I made… Read more
How I’m Preparing For Holiday Expenses
The holiday season will be here before you know it. I like to use that time to slow down and enjoy my time with friends and family. I like to partake in my favorite traditions like drinking hot cocoa and watching a Christmas movie, decorating the tree as a family, and looking at lights around… Read more