What is a no spend challenge? You may be wondering what is a no spend challenge is. Well, it’s exactly what it sounds like– you take the challenge to not spend money on anything other than the absolute necessities. Necessities: gas, rent, utilities, food, etc. […]
The number one place where people overspend in their budget is on food! While food is a necessity, spending a ton of money on it doesn’t have to be. Coming up with a budget grocery list can be a challenge, absolutely, but with some pre-planning, […]
Cutting Costs to Put More Money Back in Your Budget Are you struggling to find more money each month? You may not have an income problem so much as an expense problem. While saving $1 here and there may not seem like much, it certainly […]
Are you struggling with how to stop spending money and take control of your finances? Are you often left with a whole lot of month and not enough paycheck? If any of this sounds familiar check out these simple, easy to follow tips and strategies […]
Chances are you comparison shop. When you need a new car, washer, computer– you don’t just run out and buy it, you shop around! Shopping for groceries doesn’t have to be any different. The point is to maximize the value, but paying out as little […]
About four times a year I do a top to bottom cleaning of my house– both literally and financially. As we are rolling into the halfway point through the year, I am starting a month-long money saving challenge to jump start my summer. I’ve put […]
What is frugal living and why do you care? Frugal living is simply about living well, but spending less. It isn’t about depriving yourself of things. It means making smart choices about how you are choosing to spend your money. Frugal living is an important step […]
Does your monthly grocery budget need a makeover? For most families, your food expenses are a pretty significant part of your monthly budget. While grocery shopping is a necessity, that doesn’t mean it has to break the bank. Here are THIRTY-ONE tips to save money […]
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