We all make mistakes. Some mistakes are more costly than others, and Christmas is a season where rational thought can go right out the window. If you put too much emphasis on food, candy, and gifts, you can miss out on the true meaning of Christmas. Christmas is the time of year we spend the …
Christmas is my favorite holiday. I love buying gifts, decorating, giving extra to charities, and spending money on holiday activities. Even though I’m smart about it and save a little all year in a Christmas savings account, I always overspend. It’s frustrating because it throws off my December budget and makes money tight in January, …
Andrew and I sat down and added up our debt. It’s embarrassing. We were on a roll – in 2015 and 2016 we paid off almost $30,000 in debt. But we lost our focus. For the past four years, we’ve been pretending our money problems don’t exist. And it isn’t working. Bills keep coming in, …
We’re Screwed: A look back on our bad choices with money Read More »
Does it seem like the alumni association at your alma mater incessantly sends you requests to join them? Once you graduated from college, you might have just wanted to start your new life and move on from being a student. However, the college you attended has probably been hounding you to join the alumni association, …
Discounts You Never Knew About from Your College Alumni Association Read More »
The first half of 2019 has been full of ups and downs, and it’s been a rocky six months personally and financially. As it turns out, budgeting with an irregular income is harder than I thought. I miss the steady paycheck that having a 9 to 5 got me. But do you know what I …
As the weather grows warmer and the trees bloom, people emerge from their winter hibernation. With that comes the desire for travel and exploration. But if you’re living on a budget, far away destinations and all-inclusive resorts might not be an option. What if you could enjoy leisurely downtime without breaking the bank? Embarking on …
How to Plan a Staycation without Blowing Your Budget Read More »
Do you love the cinema? We do. And this summer will be packed full of great new movies! The only downside is the cost. It’s a bummer that going to see a flick costs so much. Ticket prices keep going up. The National Association of Theatre Owners reports the average ticket price was $9.11 in …
When it comes to making dinner, I never know what to cook. I’ve tried doing a weekly meal plan before, but got tired of eating the “same old thing.” So, I’m trying again with a new quick and easy meal plan. What is Meal Planning? Meal planning is writing down what you plan to eat …
Our finances are a mess. Last November, we had everything go wrong at the same time and it drained our emergency fund. And when I say everything, I mean it — the garage door opener, furnace, hot water heater, and more. It was brutal. And then I was let go from my job. Womp womp …
Our Budget for February – Spoiler Alert: I Got Fired Read More »
I love printables. I’m always looking for new ways to get organized, save time, and increase productivity. When life is busy, free printables are a great way to keep your household running smoothly. Plus, having one place to keep everything like meal plans, grocery lists, daily cleaning checklists, the school calendar and your budget makes …
