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
Save Money By Cutting Your Food Bill in Half – and Eat Healthier Doing So!
If your food bill has gotten out of hand, and you are not eating as healthily as you should, you are going to LOVE these ideas, tips and tricks to help cut your food bill IN HALF! Yep, with a little determination and creativity, your family can eat healthier and you can … [Read more...] about Save Money By Cutting Your Food Bill in Half – and Eat Healthier Doing So!
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
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 can … [Read more...] about One Genius Amazon Hack That Will Save You Tons Of Money!
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
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...] about Vacation Better with Groupon!
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
20 Genius Ways to Bring Your Side Hustle to the Next Level
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. It's frustrating to sit there taking survey after survey to get paid … [Read more...] about 20 Genius Ways to Bring Your Side Hustle to the Next Level
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.)