Save Money & Slay Debt
I love to read. And so do the three other humans who live in my house. As a result, our shelves are often flooded with volumes spilling onto the floor. This is both a delight and a problem. In the early years of our financial journey, I sold some of our books to help pay off our debt. While the platform I used isn’t still out there, there are others
If you’ve never budgeted before, knowing where to begin can feel intimidating. I know in the early days of our financial journey, I felt exhausted merely considering the idea of becoming better in tune with our spending. But taking control of managing your money doesn’t have to be difficult. It can be as simple as downloading an app or signing up for autopay on your bills. Here are 7 super
It’s hard to think straight when the unimaginable strikes. A job loss, a hospital stay, a bleak diagnosis, or an unexpected death – all of the above throw us for a loop physically, emotionally, mentally, and financially. Simple everyday experiences like eating and sleeping are difficult enough during trying times. Tracking down and following higher executive levels of thinking to do things like bill pay or locate essential documents becomes
While pumpkin spice lattes are available almost everywhere, there are a few fleeting days of summer remaining. And even for a girl like me who loves fall most of all, this is very good news. Smart transitions at the end of one season and beginning of another can lead to savings galore. Here are smart 7 End of Summer Money moves to make to save more money this fall. 1.
A good night’s sleep – it’s the goal and aim of almost everyone. However, a third of the population doesn’t get the recommended seven hours they need each night. And it’s costing us. Better sleep is linked to healthier finances. Productivity increases. Stress decreases. However, sleep aids and mattresses are big business. While most of us want a higher quantity and quality of sleep, we may not be able to
Recently, I found myself driving in the wee hours of the morning on an unfamiliar road in Kentucky. As I attempted to steer my car through uncharted territory in the predawn, an unexpected event occurred. A family of five raccoons (they may actually have been a gang; I didn’t ask) – traveled in a straight line across my path. I swerved to avoid the parade of trash pandas and slammed
Whether they’re heading back to the traditional classroom, learning online, or doing a combination of both, one thing is for certain – your kids are probably getting up earlier. Starting the day off right is important when it comes to learning. But it’s easy to get stuck in a breakfast rut. If you’re looking for quick, easy, and of course affordable breakfast ideas, I understand! No one has time to
This year, we’re sending our oldest off to college. We’ve been saving and preparing (and she’s been doing the same) for years. As the rubber begins to meet the road and we ready to move her into the dorm, I’m doing my best to stay cognizant of every penny we spend. Luckily, we have a daughter who is doing the very same thing. As a team, we want to make
