If you know me in real life you probably know that I am a huge fan of the money saving app Acorns to save your spare change electronically! I've been using it for a few years now as an "extra money" source and am always telling people how much I love it. If you … [Read more...] about How Acorns Will Help You Save Money and Forget You’re Even Doing It
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5 Smart Ways To Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck and Actually Save Some Money
Are you trapped in the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck? If you are, don't be embarrassed because you're not alone. In fact, you may be surprised to hear that even high-earners can get stuck in this cycle. But just because you are in this cycle doesn't mean you … [Read more...] about 5 Smart Ways To Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck and Actually Save Some Money
Money Talk: One Thing That Is Costing You Hundreds of Dollars
Do you ever wonder where your money is going? I know I do at times! The phrase "easy come, easy go" seems to ring true quite a lot these days. Do you also have a closet or trunk full of items you aren't going to use or that don't fit or that you don't really need? I know I used … [Read more...] about Money Talk: One Thing That Is Costing You Hundreds of Dollars
10 Surefire Ways to Save Money + a free printable to help you stay on track
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 … [Read more...] about 10 Surefire Ways to Save Money + a free printable to help you stay on track
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 … [Read more...] about Money Matters: 7 Things Millennials Can Learn From Talking to Their Grandparents
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 membership … [Read more...] about 10 Sneaky Ways to Save More Money Each Month
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 … [Read more...] about 5 Totally Awesome and Totally Free Money Management Tools
50 Things to Do On a No Spend/Low Spend Weekend
Once a month we try to have a no spend/low spend weekend so we can save some additional money. 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 little money, it is considerably less … [Read more...] about 50 Things to Do On a No Spend/Low Spend Weekend
The Best Time of Year to Buy EVERYTHING You Need
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 for buying a TV is right before the Super Bowl?? Yes, indeed. Most … [Read more...] about The Best Time of Year to Buy EVERYTHING You Need
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...] about Earn Rewards for Dining Out with OpenTable! (Hint: Rewards = Amazon Gift Cards.)