Making Saving Second Nature
Over my 31 years of life, I have had a lot of unexpected expenses. Bills that somehow find their way to my mailbox, a surprise surgery here or there, and cars that just quit working. But the most unique unexpected expense we have had to date is when our beloved dog, Joey, had to have […]
Have you made a lot of money mistakes in your life? I know I have! In fact, you may have made mistakes that you are ashamed to admit. But here’s the truth…it’s time to turn those mistakes into real lessons. Instead of pretending that your money mistakes never happened, own them and learn from them! […]
Getting a spouse on board with making a budget each month can feel like quite a daunting task. In fact, getting a spouse on board with anything that takes them out of their comfort zone can be difficult. Unfortunately, at one point I was the spouse that wasn’t on board. My husband saw that we […]
Want to raise your credit score? Look, I totally get it! Chances are you have some BIG GOALS in life. Maybe you want to own the home you’ve always dreamed of. Maybe you want to invest in real estate. Whatever it is, chances are having a good credit score will help you out along the […]
It’s easy to buy everyone thoughtful gifts – even on a budget. These ideas for Christmas gifts on a budget will keep your head buzzing! Whether your money is tight because you are trying to pay off debt or you are just saving up for a big purchase, it’s still possible to give your family […]
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The cash envelope system is the perfect option for people who want to save money and easily track their spending. But how do you make it work with a spouse? When I first started using the cash envelope system, I was in my 20s and single. I didn’t need to worry about anyone else using […]
When you are setting up your personal budget, do you know where you spend your money? Add these budget categories to your monthly and weekly budget so you’ll know exactly where your money is going. Budget categories are super important. If your budget is too vague or too specific, it can create problems that make […]