Making Saving Second Nature
Knowing what monthly expenses you have is the key to staying on budget. It’s important to know exactly what you’re spending money on. That’s why having a monthly expenses list can help you write a better budget. The main reason people stop budgeting is that they aren’t creating realistic budgets for the things they’ll actually […]
When you just need something to help you stay focused on your goals, these budget quotes will inspire you, motivate you, and help you stay the course when you feel like giving up! These 51 budget quotes are from the smartest and most encouraging people this world has ever known. Their wisdom is summed up […]
It’s no secret that Christmas is the most expensive holiday of the year. Trust me, I get it! Not only are the gifts crazy expensive, but everything else is too! I’m talking about the Christmas cards, pictures with Santa, holiday parties, and everything else on top of the gifts. That’s why it’s so important to […]
After more than 8 years of living on a budget, our family has had a ton of experience when it comes to developing better money habits. During that time, we’ve discovered (and tested) a ton of budget and money hacks that helped us stop living paycheck to paycheck. We were able to finally pay off […]
If you’re new to budgeting, then you’re likely searching the internet looking for a sample budget so that you can truly SEE budgeting in action. I totally get it! If you’re a visual learner, you probably want to see a real family’s sample budget so that you will be motivated to tackle budgeting once and […]
The thought of saving money or cutting back can be overwhelming. Trust me, I get it. But thankfully, I’ve learned over time that it’s not that hard to save money…especially when you’re willing to try out a few frugal tips. Choosing to live a frugal life doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice everywhere. It […]
Dreaming of a bigger income? This is a close look at what a six figure salary actually looks like and what you can do to build wealth. Building wealth is the key to financial security. What is the American dream? Many people would say it’s to graduate college, own your own home, and make 6 […]
It’s easy to write a budget that you think is perfect until you’re 5 days in and you realize you forgot to add another expense to your budget. When these forgotten budget items are missing from your budget, suddenly budgeting feels impossible. If you feel like giving up and throwing in the towel, you are […]