Paying down debt and trying to get your financial house in order can be a challenging and tedious task, especially when you’re just starting out. Hearing all the success stories of others who just paid off large amounts of debt can be pretty inspiring, but it can also hit a sore spot if you’re still… Read more
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How to Use the Living Well Planner to Meet Your Goals
This post originally appeared on the blog in December 2018. As an update, I spent about 2 years trying other planners and could not find one that matched the efficiency and style of the Living Well Planner. In 2022, I went back to purchasing this planner and plan to use it for the foreseeable future…. Read more
14 Homemade Gift Ideas for Christmas
You may have heard that it’s the thought that really counts. This couldn’t be any more true when considering Christmas gifts to give your family and friends. Homemade gifts can be just as special and allow you to get creative and use what you know about the person to give them something special. Instead of… Read more
2022 Holiday Gift Guide: Best Gifts to Buy from Amazon for Loved Ones
It’s almost that time of year again! The holidays are upon us. If you’re like me, you’ve vowed not to wait until the last minute. That’s why we have crafted a Holiday Gift Guide to get you started today. Online shopping can be a lifesaver. During the holidays, traditional retail gets crowded and sometimes chaotic. … Read more
Best Frugal Hobbies For Adults
Up until just a few years ago, I’d get so stuck when people asked me what I liked to do for fun. I always felt like it was a trick question. As an adult, it seemed so hard to find time for hobbies and fun outside of occasional outings with friends or date nights with… Read more
How to Manage When You’re Unable to Side Hustle
Side hustling is hands down one of the best ways to make extra money if you have the free time and energy. While I will always support side hustles and share relevant and creative opportunities on this blog, it’s also important to address the alternative for those who are unable to side hustle. According to… Read more
How to Pay Off High-Interest Debt
Dealing with high-interest debt? Debt really can be a hassle to deal with especially if you’re actively trying to pay it off. Most experts recommend you pay off high-interest debt sooner rather than later. My personal debt repayment journey has involved all sorts of debt ranging from credit cards and personal loans to student loans… Read more
Is Rent a Center a Rip Off?
The cost of housing can take up a significant amount of anyone’s budget. The general rule of thumb is to keep housing costs around 30%. But what about the cost of filling your home with the items you need? Aside from the cost of your housing payment, it’s can also be expensive to fill your… Read more
When Does Filing for Bankruptcy Protection Make the Most Sense?
To say there is considerable stigma attached to a bankruptcy filing is to indulge in abject understatement. People are supposed to pay their debts—period, full stop. This cultural more is ingrained in us seemingly from birth. And, for good reason too. The economy would slam into a brick wall were we all to stop paying… Read more
Frugal Wedding Series: How to Throw a Last Minute Bridal Shower on a Budget
The price of being in a bridal party is often underestimated. From purchasing your attire and a gift to attending all the events and outings, expenses can rack up quickly, especially for a bridesmaid. When I started planning my wedding in 2016, I knew that I would have a ton of bridesmaids and didn’t want… Read more