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 […]
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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 such as Massage Envy, it’s hard to know what’s fair to tip. But it’s important that you […]
Is It OK to Use a Check With an Old Address?
It is not often we use checks. When we do, it’s for something worthwhile or required. If it has been a while since you pulled out the old checkbook, you may notice an old address listed. If that’s the case, you may wonder, is it ok to use a check with an old address? We […]
How to Be Productive While Driving
Do you have to spend a lot of time in your car? Maybe you have a long daily commute. Or perhaps you drive your children around to a lot of activities. Or maybe you find yourself on road trips on a regular basis. Whatever the reason, you can make that time useful for you. You […]
Renting an Apartment Through Zumper (Pros and Cons)
As rents in San Francisco have started to decline for the first time in at least the fifteen years that I’ve lived here, I’ve begun to look into options for renting a new apartment. I’m not necessarily going to move, but I’m considering it. And because I’m the type of person who likes to get […]
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 […]
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 […]
What You Need to Know About Revolving Debt VS Fixed Payment Debt
Debt is not one-sided. While the headlines scream at us about how much debt Americans carry and how much people struggle to make their payments- no one mentions there are different kinds of debt. Debt’ is not just a catch-all term. We use it that way, but many types of it can mean different things […]
Can Health Insurance Cover Your Massage Therapy?
Medical insurance can be a tricky thing to navigate. There are hundreds of diffrent providers, insurance limits, and covered services. In addition to that, you have to find a plan that’s best suited to your needs and budget. If your someone looking to cover nontraditional health needs, then this is for you. Today we will […]
5 Frugal Choices Helping Me With Healthy Eating
I recently recommitted to healthy eating. Of course, it’s always been important to me. But naturally sometimes I stray from it. I started a new relationship last year and we enjoyed indulging in lots of tasty meals together. The COVID-19 pandemic hit and the stress made me want to comfort eat. But it’s time to […]