I almost always get free gift cards by using my credit card rewards points. However, I would prefer to use my credit card rewards to get cash back. Therefore, I’ve been looking into new options to get free gift cards. Many apps allow you to earn free gift cards. Plus there are some great deals […]
Frugal Fitness Tips for a Budget-Conscious Workout
It seems like frugal fitness should be easy. So then why do we all end up spending so much money on working out? It all comes down to some bad habits and an emotional reaction to exercise. If we can cope with those things, we can get a good workout without spending too much money. […]
10 Questions You Should Ask Tiny Home Builders
It can be really smart to hire tiny home builders to construct your new abode. After all, they specialize in this area of expertise. Hiring professionals who know what they’re doing can often be far more cost-effective than doing it yourself. That said, you also need to be smart about hiring professionals. Most importantly, you […]
Here Are the Top 7 Frugal Living Books You Should Read Today
I have read a lot of frugal living books. I’m a fast and voracious reader. My favorite books are usually non-fiction, including memoir. I like to use books to help me figure out new ways to improve upon my own life. I have learned a lot about frugal living from the books that I read. […]
Minimalism vs. Frugal Living: Similarities and Differences
Minimalism is not the same thing as frugal living. However, the two lifestyles have a lot of similarities. Understanding those similarities, along with the differences, can help you choose what is right for your own life. When you examine the two lifestyles, what you’ll discover is that they overlap in so many ways. However, where […]
How to Get Cash Back with the Earny App
If you aren’t using Earny yet, you are missing out. This is a tool that allows you to get cash back on your previous purchases. In other words, if you are spending money anyway, then a tool like this can help you reduce your costs. Of course, you save more money by not spending in […]
Pros and Cons of Tiny Homes for Frugal Living
Tiny homes offer many benefits. If you take up less space, you reduce your eco-footprint. You also have less to take care of which frees up your time. Of course, saving money is also another reason to live in a tiny home. For example, a smaller space requires less energy. Therefore, tiny homes usually mean […]
Smart Money Habits to Embrace in the New Year
I do have some smart money habits. However, I’ve also gotten away from some of my best money habits. The New Year seems like the perfect time to review. After all, it’s the time of year to think about habits. I’m thinking about what works that I want to keep doing. I’m thinking about what […]
Here Are the Best Early Retirement Blogs to Check Out
Are you an early retirement blog reader? If not, then perhaps you should be. After all, who doesn’t want to retire early? Sure, you might want to work into your later years. However, it would still be nice to know that you have enough in the bank to retire early if you want to. Finding […]
Where to Get Long Term Car Rentals
I’m looking into long term car rentals. I live car-free in San Francisco. In fact, I have been without a car for the whole thirteen years I’ve lived here. I prefer not to drive if I don’t have to. However, I’m planning on spending a big chunk of the summer in LA, and I’m not […]