Today is my birthday. I’m 41 years old. Each year on my birthday, I take time to reflect upon the year that’s passed. Moreover, I make goals for the future. Sometimes these are related to finances and sometimes they aren’t. This year I’m asking myself, “should I review finances on my birthday?” Pros and Cons […]
Things Frugal People Never Do
Frugality is a way of life. Frugal people go through their day thinking about savings and cost-opportunities. They believe in saving money which can be used for future endeavors. For me, frugality helps me invest in my retirement and save for my coveted vacation days. No matter the end goal, there is always a good […]
What Are the Perks of Being a Costco Executive Member
There are different membership levels at Costco. Of course, with higher levels, you get more rewards. However, you also pay a higher annual fee. So, is it worth it to pay more for the perks of being a Costco Executive Member? Here’s what it’s all about. Types of Costco Membership There are two main types […]
3 Ways to Reduce Your Mortgage
Congratulations on getting that brand new house, townhouse, or condo. I’m sure it is everything you could have imagined. You now get to decorate it to your likening and have all the fancy dinner parties and BBQs you like. Aside from getting the place decked out, there is a hefty mortgage. Sure it’s well within […]
Will Quitting TV Save Me Money?
I tried an experiment this month. I quit TV. Which really means that I quit using all of my TV streaming services because I actually cut the cord a long time ago. I like using my time better without TV. Therefore, I’m going to continue staying off the services. Should I cancel them entirely? Would […]
4 Reasons Why Domain Names Won’t Sell
Do you have a domain name you no longer want? Are you looking to flip it for money? Are you having a difficult time selling it? No problem! You may think you have a great product, but maybe you don’t. If this is your situation, here are the common reasons why domain names won’t sell […]
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How To Find Out if You Have Unclaimed Money From the Government
You might have money out there that belongs to you. It could be sitting there waiting for you right now, totally unbeknownst to you. All you have to do is go looking for it. Where does this money come from? And how can you find out if you have unclaimed money from the government? What […]
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Fun Family Outdoor Outings
It is still a very challenging year. I know we are all getting restless and ready to get back out in the world. Some of us are still in quarantine, and others have gone back to work and school. Either way, things are opening back up with safety precautions in place. If you and your […]
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Reducing My Food Spending to Save Money
I recently reviewed my spending for the first couple of months of the year. Usually, I do this monthly. However, I had let things slide. Upon review, I immediately noticed that I must significantly reduce my food spending if I want to save money. When Food Gets Emotional Things got out of control with my […]
Things Frugal People Never Buy
Im am not cheap I am frugal. There is a negative connotation of being cheap. Someone cheap is only concerned about price. They want what they want for the lowest price available. A frugal person takes cost and quality into consideration. Most often, they will make a well-researched purchase based on the quality of an […]