Here’s What You Should Do When Unexpected Expenses Arise
Every month my husband and I sit down for our monthly budget meeting. Is it fun? Nope. Do I look forward to it? Big no! Do I do it anyways because I know…
How to Recover your Budget From a day of Impulse Shopping
It happens to every single person…..and it usually happens more than once. Everyone goes through moments of weakness when they throw all their common sense out the window, ignores their budget, and buys…
My Story: The nightmare experience that changed me from Spender to Saver
I’ve tried to write this story many, many times. I’ve typed, and deleted more times than I can count. It’s hard to share about a time in my life when my thoughts were…
A Financial Tale of Two Sisters
The story you are about to read is true. The names have been changed to protect those involved. (Note Sarcasm 😉 ) Once upon a time there were two sisters. One was named…
Debt Snowball Vs. Debt Avalanche
Two of the most common methods for paying off debt is the Debt Snowball and the Debt Avalanche. Neither of these methods are superior to the other. They both have great qualities and…
The life lessons that taught me to budget for JOY while living in the present!
I’ve been asked a few times my opinion about spending money on life experiences right now, or if it’s best to keep saving and wait for the future. The obvious answer from a…
Budgeting for Beginners: FAQ
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5 Easy Ways We Cut Costs While Eating Out
My husband and I do not eat out very often. We both learned years ago that we are able to save such a huge amount of money simply by eating at home. We…
How to Have a Successful Move while on a Tight Budget
My husband and I have had plenty of practice moving! We have been married 14 years and in that time we have moved 9 different times. This includes 6 different cities and 4…
What I Learned From the July Pantry Challenge
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