Do you have a small edible garden? Maybe a large one? Maybe just a pot or two? Gardening is a frugal way to grow your own foods and one of the Ways I Save. In the past we have shared about square foot gardening and how much the girls … [Read more...]
Being Intentional with Finances
Money. We all have different relationships with money. Some of us loathe money because there isn’t enough to stretch between the bills and necessities. Others of us have a good relationship with money because it buys our Android phones, iPads, … [Read more...]
15 Ways to Save Money
It doesn't matter the day of the week or the month of the year. We are always trying to find ways to save money. We work hard for our money and the last thing we want to do is watch it dawdle away. By being smart with the money that we have we are … [Read more...]
Frugal Date Night Ideas
Do you want to go on a date but you are low on funds? Frugal date nights are very possible. Yes, you can still go on fun dates with your partner even if you are out of money. Having fun on a date doesn't mean you have to shell out a lot of … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Become Financially Stable
Sometimes it may feel like becoming financially stable is impossible. The bills keep coming and the amount of income coming in doesn't add up to the money owed. I have watched my parents struggled with money my whole life and can say I have been on … [Read more...]
Thrift Store Shopping Tricks
Shopping at thrift stores is exhilarating when you find the right items. There are some days I go thrift store shopping and leave feeling like I won the lottery and other days aren't as productive. There are a few different types of thrift store … [Read more...]
How to Create a Budget
Budgets are necessary. Consider this, you would never climb to the top of a mountain without creating a plan and taking the necessary supplies. Likewise, reaching your financial goals requires a plan for spending and saving. Creating a budget isn’t … [Read more...]
52 Week Money Saving Challenge: Save $1378 with Bi-Weekly Deposits
Saving money throughout the year and having a nice savings account at the end of the year is very appealing. Using the 52 week Money Saving Challenge with bi-weekly deposits you will be able to save $1,378 by the end of the year! I worked these … [Read more...]
Amazon Trade In: Make Money on your Old Books, DVD’s, and Video Games
Have you heard about the Amazon Trade In program? This is a super easy way to make a little extra money. I like to try things out myself to make sure there are no kinks before I spread the word about legitimate ways to earn a little extra money. Our … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Saving Money on Vacation
Summer is here and now is the perfect time to plan a vacation. By planning early (maybe even earlier than this) you will save all the money you need in order to have the perfect family vacation where you can unwind and relax. Saving for a vacation … [Read more...]