It is that time of year where the family is home for the winter months. Kids are home from school, and families are spending more time together inside. That also means an increase in your monthly food budget. That increase could be detrimental or cause some financial discomfort. If this sounds like your situation, let […]
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Early Black Friday Deals
It’s the holiday season again. That means time for family celebrations, lots of gifts, and good food. You also need to get ready to go shopping for all your holiday needs. While the stores won’t be open this year on the night of Thanksgiving, all hope is not lost. To accommodate for or shopping loss, […]
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Kitchen Remodeling on a Shoestring Budget
The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house. After all, you spend at least part of every day in the kitchen. Therefore, you want this space to be both beautiful and functional. It might be time to do some remodeling. If you don’t have a lot of money to spend, here […]
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What is the Difference Between Being Frugal and Thrifty?
When you go out to shop, do you find yourself penny pitching? Are you budget-conscious when picking out items to buy, or do sacrifice quality for price? We all like to save money on shopping trips. With that being said, some of us can take it to the extreme of savings, while others not so […]
Is It Legal to Live in an RV With a Child?
Have you thought about what it would be like to live in an RV with a child? If so, then you’ve probably already considered some of the key issues that would arise. For example, you’ve thought about the limitations of the space. Will a small space work for you? What’s the right design? But you […]
How Much Money Should You Tip At Massage Envy?
It isn’t always easy to figure out how much to tip in America. We tip everyone from coffee baristas to massage therapists. However, the amount varies quite a bit. When you get a massage at an affordable place like Massage Envy, it’s hard to know what’s fair to tip. But it’s important that you do […]
Three Things To Do When You’re Dead Broke
Have you ever thought to yourself ‘I am dead broke’ and knew it was the truth? I’m talking no food in the house, scrounging around for spare change to buy your bus pass, kind of broke. It happens to lots of people. Hourly workers and those who have dependents are especially vulnerable to hitting a […]
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Frugal Facebook Groups to Follow in 2020
If you love saving money, you love doing your research. One of the best ways to learn more about savings and connecting to other frugal consumers is through social media. I’m in many groups that align with my likes. From learning the credit card game to marriage advice, there is a group for everything. For […]
10 Household Products You Can Create Yourself to Save Money
Most of us are accustomed to going to the store to purchase everything we need for the home. Maybe instead you order online and have the items delivered to your door. Either way, someone far away creates the items you use in your home. But there are so many products you can create yourself […]
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How to Save Money Being a Minimalist
A minimalist is a person who lives on less. They live and lead simplistic lives, only buying what they need and cutting out wants. Minimalist focus on experiences over worldly possessions. They intentionally promote things most valued to them and act with clarity and purpose. People who lead this lifestyle often spend less than they […]