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When it comes to furnishing your first apartment on a budget, it’s all about knowing where to shop. Just because you have a small budget, doesn’t mean your destined to buy Walmart furniture. Please, please think outside of the Walmart box! The Budget Diet Girl would love to expand your furniture shopping horizons…on a budget, … Read more
First apartment, first real job, fancy part of town = really nice but really small apartment! Welcome to Uptown Dallas, Texas! My son gave me the task of decorating his apartment, on a budget, of course! Once we got the essentials in place like the bed and the TV, he determined that he really needed … Read more
I was out for my morning run, and I saw the world’s most beautiful tree stump. Well, maybe West Palm Beach’s most beautiful tree stump! A neighbor had just cut down a large dead tree, and the pieces of wood were piled high on the curb. One piece was extraordinary…it must have come from the … Read more
‘Tis the season to extend some hospitality to members of the family that you barely know and only see once or twice a year. Since everyone’s wallets are noticeably lighter at the moment, offering your guest bedroom is more in the spirit of the season instead of seeing your beloved second cousin having to resort … Read more
Owning a home is a great responsibility. Unlike in an apartment, you are the one responsible for all the repairs and maintenance, and all that work can eat up your time and money. Read below to know which home maintenance projects should be at the top of your list this fall to save money in … Read more
When you have old looking furniture you don’t like anymore, please, don’t throw it away to buy a new one instead. 1) your budget will thank you. 2) you can create a very personalized furniture that perfectly matches your taste! I just happened to have a kid’s cane chair that really needed a makeover. I … Read more
If you’re on a tight budget, then you may be appalled to learn that a bathroom renovation can easily cost you $7,000 or more. Luckily for penny pinchers everywhere, there are easy DIY bathroom projects you can do to save money and enjoy a new bathroom. We live in the age of do-it-yourself, so don’t … Read more
Whether you’re squirreling away for a dream vacation or you are building a nest egg for a home renovation, budgeting is a simple tool that makes it easier to save up for large purchases. Unfortunately when it comes time to start spending, sticking to a budget often proves tricky. From unforeseen expenses to last-minute splurges, … Read more
The biggest investment that the average person will ever make in his or her lifetime is in the home. Proper investment in real estate is essential to building net worth. Here are a few home improvements that are always worth the money: 6 Home Investments Worth the Money Adding a Garage If your home is … Read more
Before we start, you must face reality. An HGTV decorating crew is not going to descend upon your home and transform it overnight. Got it? Good. Let’s let this budget decorating party started! 7 Tips for Decorating on a Budget Be a Copycat Collect pictures of rooms you love. This can be as simple as … Read more