Earn, Save & Live Smart
Budgeting is about setting an actionable plan to reduce your spending and really save money. That money can then be used to relieve debt or invested to grow more.
Who said Valentine’s Day is for adults only? Your kids can also celebrate this sweet holiday. These crafty and adorable DIY Valentine’s Card from Pop Sugar are perfect for little artists. These cards don’t need chocolates, flowers and I-Love-You balloons to stand out, they are great as they are. Click the link below to start creating. … Read more
I recently went to a wine tasting, and the sommelier said something that stuck in my head: Just because a wine is expensive doesn’t mean that you will necessarily like it best. Wines that costs less than $20 a bottle might appeal to you just as much—or more—than the pricey ones do. That’s great news … Read more
Are you looking for a way to earn money quickly? Here’s a roundup of 28 foolproof ways to earn some extra cash fast. This list is a mix of online and offline activities. They are easy, no-brainer methods to earn money quickly and you can do more than one to double or triple your earnings. Who … Read more
All the bills had been paid and we had everything we needed. We were broke, but all the important things had been taken care of. Then, a tire blew out on the highway. Thankfully, no one was injured and the car was fine, save for the tire. I was left wondering how to pay for a … Read more
Black Friday, President’s Day, Labor Day: all of these holidays equal great sales. Many consumers wait for these shopping holidays to make large purchases or upgrades of current possessions. Did you know you don’t necessarily need to wait? Depending on what you’re looking for, there’s usually a month when prices drop for a certain item. Here’s … Read more
Please tell me that I’m not the only one who never remembers that I need to make a dish for a get-together until I’m already at the grocery store. When this happens — more often than I’d like to admit — the easiest solution is to grab a nearby box and scan the back for a … Read more
Long gone are the days when parents felt obligated to pay for their child’s wedding. Most young couples aren’t so young anymore either, and according to Time (@TIME), people usually marry in their late twenties or early thirties. At this age, couples are covering most (if not all) of their own expenses. With all the other … Read more
Dealing with restless young children can try the patience of a saint, especially during the long winter break. That’s why I encourage my kids to use their imagination to play games. Aside from letting me get work or chores done, the creativity involved in these games can help boost their intelligence. The kids are still young, so sometimes … Read more
There are usually a lot of once-a-year treats on the table during the holidays. Who can resist having a taste of everything? As a result, we often welcome the New Year with more pounds and extra inches. How can we get back in shape the healthy way? Try these salads, soups, and smoothies from Sweet as Honey. They are super … Read more
I not only keep track of our family’s appointments and activities, I also need to organize our finances. A printed planner can help me keep track of those things, but it’s not as organized or creative as a bullet journal. With a printed planner, I can keep track of their daily activities and write down what was spent … Read more