What strategies are most effective for saving money?

Putting money aside for long term and short term goals can be challenging for many people. And while it is challenging, it isn’t impossible– let’s talk about what strategies are most effective for saving money.  This guide can help you set simple, yet realistic and achievable savings goals.  # 1: Track your spending.  Tracking your

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Budgeting Myths You Need to Overcome

You may be wondering, why is budgeting important? Budgeting is one of the biggest keys to not only managing your money, but making it work for you! Many people are often turned off simply hearing the word budget and will give themselves reason after reason why they don’t need to budget their money. Let’s talk

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11 Vital Things to Save Up for This Year!

There is no better time than today to start saving money for your long-term savings goals, large recurring living expenses, and preparing financially for significant life events. Let’s talk about 11 critical things you should be saving money for this year. What to save up money for today for a better financial future Emergency Fund

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Balancing Your Checkbook | A Step by Step Guide

Simple Checkbook Register ( OR Checkbook Ledger) What is the Purpose of a Checkbook Register? The purpose of a checkbook transaction register is to stay on top of the money you have coming in and going out of your bank account every day. Also, you have the added benefit of tracking your balance on a

What to Do on Your Family Staycation | Frugal Fun for the Whole Family

My family adores travel. We are always looking for places to go and new things to do. The problem is family vacations can get expensive! Between, food, lodging, event tickets and gas/airfare you can be out thousands of dollars depending on where and how far you go. The best alternative? A family staycation! Frugal Staycation Ideas

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Practical Gifts for Busy Moms | What Mom Really Wants this Year!

Moms around the world are working overtime to take care of their family and homes. So what does Mom really want? Here are some practical and useful gift ideas for busy moms everywhere! Wireless Item Locator We’ve all been there. Lost keys. Lost phone. Lost wallet. Check out this super affordable wireless item locator. Comes

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How to Save Money While Raising a Family | Top Tips & Strategies

It can be difficult saving money while raising a family, ya’ll. Long term costs to raise a child comes with a hefty price tag. According to Money.com the total cost is a little more than $233,000 (through the age of 17). That is not a small amount of money, y’all! But with a few of

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How to Stretch a Dollar on One Income

How to stretch a dollar when you’re living on one income is an all too common problem many families face. You are living on a shoestring budget, and you’re looking for ways to cut costs and save more money. You desperately want to find quick, simple ways to make your money go just a little