Its summertime and travel is hot. After last year’s stay in place orders locked everyone inside their homes, people have been itching to get back out and see the world. While some destinations have fair rates, many travel destinations, plane tickets, and hotel rooms have skyrocketed out of control. If you are like me, you […]
Author: Shay Huntley
Odd but Valuable Collectibles You Owned
Many of us have collected odds and ends. When I worked at an aquarium, you would find people collecting thimbles and souvenir pens. As a kid, beanie babies and barbie dolls were hot collectors’ items. While those were the trends, there are many more valuable items out there. I bet if you took a look […]
How To Protect Your Financial Information
Many of us are improving our credit scores and finances. Some of us are playing the credit card game and others are making investments. In all of these situations, you will more than likely have to share personal information with financial institutions. While it’s invasive at times, it pertains to helping your financial position. A […]
Instances When Frugality Backfires
I pride myself on being frugal. It helps keep my bills low and my pockets full. I am always giving tips to my peers on how they can lead a more frugal life as well. Now when I say frugal, I do not mean cheap. I also do not mean living well below my means […]
Summer Garden Activities for The Family
Nothing brings families together like the great outdoors. While some people may like hiking and swimming, others may love doing activities right outside their door. One of my favorite spring-summer activities is tending to my garden. Not only does it bring the family together, but it is also cost-effective and can provide a whole lot […]
Reasons Why You Should Sign Up for Loyalty Cards
There are a lot of ways to save money. You can budget and shop with coupons. There are also promotional deals and rebates. While much of this is time-consuming, there’s one way to save that’s free and effortless. That way is store loyalty cards and rewards. It is one of my favorite ways to save. […]
Cheap Movies For The Summer
It’s finally the summertime. Kids are out of school and ready to have a good time. While there are several fun vacations and activities for them to engage in, seldom are they cheap. If your looking to save a little bit of money, I’ve got a very frugal summertime activity that you and the kids […]
Old Money Habits You Should Change Now
Payday was just around the corner, and that money may be heavy in your pocket and on your mind. Hopefully, some of the money was spent on bills and groceries, and you have a little left for yourself. While we all make money, we do not all spend it wisely. Have you heard the saying, […]
How to Get Started Saving For Your Future
Not everyone has the luxury of savings. Some people may not have been taught proper financial responsibility or how to save. Others may have a mountain of student loans or credit card debt that has racked up over the years. Many people want to save, but can’t dig themselves out of their financial hole. While […]
How To Get Free Postage Stamps
I know many of us do not mail letters, but there may come a time when we need to. When those times hit me, I’m never ready. Never mind finding an envelope, the hunt for stamps is gruesome. I never want to buy them because it’s inconvenient, and if I buy a book of stamps, […]