Over the years I’ve posted tons of tips about planning for summer vacation, so this year instead of reinventing the wheel I’m going to summarize my best tips as well as share reader tips that were shared on a recent Facebook post. Some old posts you might want to check out are: 4 Frugal Planning […]
We’re all looking for ways to cut our budget, but there comes a point when you start to wonder just how much you can cut! One way to reduce your monthly costs and save money over the course of the year is to find a way to save money on utilities. This doesn’t mean turning […]
It’s the beginning of a new year, which is when many people make goals regarding their finances (for more, see how to set yearly goals). Maybe you’ve already got a solid budget and have plans to set aside money for vacation and Christmas. You’re ready for the next step in growing your finances. Why not […]
It’s a new year, which means you might be looking to tweak your budget and find some extra ways to save money. There may be big ways you can adjust your budget, but if you can find several small ways, sometimes that can be just as meaningful. There are at least 8 bills you can […]
Imagine never needing to run out and buy a last minute gift again—that’s the joy of having a gift closet. It also relieves any anxiety about whether or not you can afford to give a gift for an occasion, because you get the added bonus of knowing you got amazing deals on all the presents […]
The market for streaming TV is booming with so many providers like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, and Disney+. For consumers though our monthly cost is only going up as we keep adding on services. This year I want folks to really think about how much you are paying for entertainment. All of those streaming services have a monthly […]
Many people like to make goals or resolutions at the beginning of a new year, but the truth is, sometimes yearly goals can be overwhelming. If you decide your goal for the year is to avoid sugar, spend as little money as possible, and exercise every day, chances are that before the end of January […]
Are you ready to increase your savings, pay off debt, and make 2020 a great year for your finances? This is the perfect time of year to start new habits and really kick your savings into high gear. Saving in your piggy bank was for 4th grade, check out a number of great FREE apps […]
Looking for some family things to do this year? The National Park Service has announce their FREE entrance days for 2020! Get your outdoor gear ready. This includes free entrance, commercial tours and transportation fees. There are 409 parks to visit throughout the United States so there is sure to be one near you. This […]
