It is time to tidy up our finances a bit! Let's start by evaluating expenses and getting rid of the unnecessary ones! We all have some areas we can cut back on- even if we think we don't. From cable to dining out, there are small adjustments you can take to save tons of money … [Read more...]
12 Essential Beauty Products to Try Today
I will admit, I am a daily makeup wearer- even though I work from home, live in the woods, my husband is gone most of the week and my neighbors (and the UPS guy) probably don't give one thought as to how I look. I don't know why, maybe I just like makeup? What I don't like is … [Read more...]
One Genius Amazon Hack That Will Save You Tons Of Money!
I am an avid Amazon shopper. I've mentioned before that when we moved into our house last year, the UPS guy thanked me for his job security. <hides> Rarely a week (and it's more like a few days) goes by without placing an Amazon order. They make it so easy! I … [Read more...]
Money Matters: 7 Things Millennials Can Learn From Talking to Their Grandparents
As the parents of millennials, we are always trying to encourage our kids to learn from our mistakes and be more financially sound than we were at their age, to make it easier on them in the future. It's really difficult getting them to understand the importance of being on top … [Read more...]
19 No-Nonsense Tips for Shopping at Target Like a Pro
One of my favorite alone time activities is going to Target by myself. I prefer locations that have a Starbucks, so I can order my standard drink (a Venti vanilla non-fat latte) and sip it while I stroll the aisles. My favorites area is, of course, the perimeter where the … [Read more...]
Vacation Better with Groupon!
We recently went to Daytona Beach for 3 weeks. You can read all about our awesome trip here! We had a blast! Since we were there for so long, we decided to take advantage of some Groupon deals and have a little more fun than usual! We bought 6 Groupons: 1 full day … [Read more...]
10 Sneaky Ways to Save More Money Each Month
Saving money is hard! So many expenses and so many needs, it's a wonder anyone can get ahead. These next ten tips are a different approach to saving money- and hopefully you won't even realize you're saving! #1: Stop paying for things you don't use. Still paying a gym … [Read more...]
5 Totally Awesome and Totally Free Money Management Tools
At one point or another we have all struggled with money management. Now we have access to so much information from the internet, financial professionals and even the companies we work for. But sometimes that isn't enough- and sometimes that can be totally overwhelming! The … [Read more...]
50 Things to Do On a No Spend/Low Spend Weekend
Once a month we try to have a no spend/low spend weekend. We may eat & drink what's "in stock," or take the dog for a hike, or have an impromptu game night with friends. Even if we spend a few dollars, it is considerably less than what we spend on a normal weekend because we … [Read more...]
What to Buy When - Plan Ahead & Save Big Buying After Season
Did you know there are certain times a year when you can purchase items at their deepest discounts? And not just on Black Friday. I'm talking year round! For instance, did you know the best time of year to buy a TV is right before the Super Bowl?? Yes, indeed. Most often better … [Read more...]
20 Genius Ways to Bring Your Side Hustle to the Next Level (That Aren’t Survey Sites or Uber.)
Every once in awhile you need some extra cash. If you're reading this, you've probably signed up for survey sites at one point or another and need to make money more than a few pennies at a time, or you've tried Uber, but find the hours aren't that great and your … [Read more...]
Dollar Store Finds to Keep Your Kids Organized!
Keep your kids organized $1 at a time with these great ideas from products found at Dollar Tree! Super simple and easy to do in just a few minutes! Keep craft supplies organized in these $1 baskets that will keep everything categorized and easy to find. From Welcome to … [Read more...]
Earn Rewards for Dining Out with OpenTable! (Hint: Rewards = Amazon Gift Cards.)
OpenTable is website that allows diners to book tables at more than 40,000 restaurants throughout the world! Discover new restaurants in your area or wherever you are headed with a couple quick taps. Better yet, if you are in the US, you earn rewards for your reservations. So, … [Read more...]
