Parents…..you know this is reality. You are the store with your toddler or young child and suddenly he or she asks for a food, candy, or toy. At first you are so happy for this interaction that you don’t hesitate to buy the item. And then it … [Read more...]
Things You Don’t Need Money For: A List of Things You Can do for Free
Money is not a necessity. There are many things we can do that we do not need money for. Below you will find a list of things you can do for free (listed alphabetically) Alphabetize Alphabetize the books on your shelf. Back yard … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Save Money this Christmas Season
The holidays do not have to be a time of financial worry. There are many ways to have a frugal holiday season that will leave money in your wallet! Here are my top 10 ways to save money this Christmas season. 1) Make a List: And stick to … [Read more...]
A Simple Christmas: Want, Need,Wear, Read
The time for gift giving and receiving is here. For some families the day is extravagant while other families have a very low key simple Christmas. Our family has run the range of holidays. When I was a child our family was sponsored by the … [Read more...]
Paying Off Debt and Reaching Financially Indepence
The only thing scarier than having zero money in the bank is having zero money in the bank and credit cards maxed out to their spending limit. There is a huge sigh of relief when you have lifted your mountain of debt off your shoulders or paid down … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Save Money on Pet Food
We all love our pets but we don't love the costs associated with feeding them. Doesn't it seem like a pet can eat as much as a teenager sometimes? Here are 5 tips to save money on pet food. How to Save Money on Pet Food 1) Use … [Read more...]
Teaching Kids About Money: Giving Kids Money for Back to School Shopping
As a parent one of our most important jobs is teaching kids about money. Each year we have a fantastic teachable opportunity with back to school shopping when there are school supplies, lunch boxes, shoes, clothing, and more to buy. There are 13 … [Read more...]
Learn How to Save Money on Back to School Shopping and Give to Kids in Need
Back to school is a time of year that I have mixed emotions. I hate sending my girls back to school for the selfish reason that I love spending time with them and I never think that we get through our whole summer bucket list. However, back to … [Read more...]
10 Tips That Will Help You Save Money on School Supplies
The Back to School shopping season is here and that means that parents everywhere are seeing a lot of dollar signs. The costs associated with sending your child to school can add up very quickly. There is no need to bust your budget. It is very … [Read more...]
50 Little Ways to Save Hundreds of Dollars
By thinking smart and acting smart you will be able to save hundreds of dollars throughout the year. With the money that you are saving you can establish your emergency fund, grow your savings, and add it to your budget for vacation or a wish list … [Read more...]
Leandrea is a married mom of two girls, ages 13 and 12, living in Atlanta, GA. She is passionate about helping people save money one coupon at a time. Read more