Making Saving Second Nature
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Just because you’re getting paid weekly doesn’t mean you can’t write a budget that will work for you. In this article, you’ll learn 5 steps to write a weekly budget that you can actually stick to! If you’re paid weekly, then figuring out how to write a budget that works for you can feel like […]
Making a budget and sticking to it can seem like a daunting task. Especially if you get paid biweekly! There are hundreds of tips on how to budget on a monthly income, but what if you get paid every other week? If this is the case, then you’ll be budgeting by paycheck. If you need […]
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. What is the American dream? Many people would say it’s to graduate college, own your own home, and make 6 figures a year. Is this really the dream […]
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 […]