There is a lot of panic, uncertainty, and worry in the world right now. With only a few sectors being deemed essential, many people have been furloughed, fired, or temporarily suspended from work pending the COVID-19 outbreak conclusion. With unemployment at an all-time high, and a lag in response times to get money to the […]
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What Influences A Person to Impulse Buy
As an avid shopper and lover of all things frugal, I absolutely love hitting the stores to catch deals. While we all like fresh new, and exciting things, sometimes we overdo it. There are some people who take shopping too far. They spend frivolously on things beyond their budgets and stock up on items that […]
Things To Do with Your Money Instead of Buying Lottery Tickets
The luck of the draw is exciting for many people. It’s exciting to imagine yourself winning a large sum of money that can change your life. The prospect of paying down debt and making a large purchase you have always wanted is enough to make most head towards the lottery. While its allure is fun […]
Ways to Save on Your Morning Coffee At Starbucks
A great start to many people’s mornings is a hot cup of coffee. While it’s most cost-effective to make it at home, many of us just don’t have the time. Instead, we rush to our favorite coffee spot and get it on the go. The most notable go to places, being Starbucks. While going every […]
Types of Frugality: Digging Deeper Into Why I Want to Live Frugally
As I mentioned in last week’s post, I’ve been learning a bit more about spiritual frugality. I’ve also just been thinking generally about different types of frugality. We all have different reasons for choosing this path. I think if I get more connected to my own reasons for living frugally, then I’ll be able to […]
Spiritual Frugality: Would Finding Faith Save Me Money?
There are many different types of or approaches to frugal living. Environmentally-minded frugality, a simple living focus, and spiritual frugality are just a few examples. Spiritual frugality is one approach that I don’t know as much about, but I am curious to learn more. What is Spiritual Frugality? Spiritual frugality simply means that you choose […]
Financial Emergencies Always Lead Me To Bad Money Decisions
Financial emergencies always send me into a mental tailspin. When things are going well in my life, or even just going ahead normally, I’m able to think clearly about money. I embrace an abundance mindset combined with strategic financial planning. However, financial emergencies always send me into a scarcity mindset. I start operating from fear […]
How to Get a Great Deal on Your Next Car
Buying a new car can be stressful but it doesn’t have to be. Getting a good deal on an awesome car is just a matter of being careful and making sure you cover your bases on all the most essential details. If you’re looking to purchase a new or used car, there are some important […]
4 Big Financial Concerns People Have Despite Improving Economy
People everywhere say that the economy is improving. However, just because certain numbers indicate that things are getting financially better overall doesn’t mean that financial problems are resolving. In fact, there are some serious financial concerns. The 2018 National Financial Capability Study indicates that “for the majority of Americans, financial capability, stability, and confidence are […]
Living in Asia as an Expat Might be An Expensive Choice
I have always thought that living as an expat was a frugal choice. Perhaps it’s because of the cliche image of the young backpacker forging their way around the world. More than that, though, I’ve had several friends who lived as expats around the world. Some of them went to Asia to teach English, fell […]