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If financial fitness starts with making and saving money, Smart Money is about learning how to make those savings grow. Here at The Budget Diet we have full categories and resources on:
It’s just another Manic Monday… We all know the words, and we all know the feeling. Whether it’s hustling sleepy-eyed kids out the door to school or rushing off to work, we all suffer the Monday Blues doing it. But does it have to be that way? Why does Monday have such a bad rep? … Read more
No matter how frugal you are, there’s one necessity you can’t avoid: laundry day. I scrimp and save wherever I can, but having clean clothes is just something I can’t get around. Although you can’t avoid spending money on doing laundry, you can be smart about your approach. Follow these tips to save money on … Read more
Garage sales are my favorite way to get rid of things we no longer need. However, there are many ways holding a garage sale can go wrong. How can you have the best sale possible? Is there a formula for this? Well, there is now! I present to you the Ultimate Guide to Holding a … Read more
I want to feed my family nutritious meals, but like most of us, my food budget is limited. Grocery costs seem to go up and up, but there are still healthy foods that cost less than a dollar. When I base my meal plan around these ingredients, I can put a filling dinner on the table for … Read more
I love my kids, and I want to fill their lives with happy memories, meaningful experiences, and plenty of family fun. I don’t want money concerns to hold me back from these good things, but sometimes, the cost of family activities can really add up. The truth of the matter, however, is that expensive doesn’t … Read more
While coffee is my must-have morning drink, tea has become my favorite afternoon pick-me-up. At first glance, tea bags seem like a better value, but I get the best flavor and most bang for my buck when I use whole leaves instead. Here’s what I’ve learned about how loose-leaf tea can help trim down my … Read more
Oh, boy, kids are expensive, aren’t they? Not only do they require food and clothes, but they also get bored quite easily. And, let’s face it: parents appreciate sending their youngsters to an activity that will use up all their exuberant energy. However, the cost of enrollment fees, gear, uniforms, and so on can really add up. … Read more
When I’m looking for a cheap and laid-back way to entertain friends, I turn to a grown-up game night. The fun is built-in, the laughs are plentiful, and the company is always a pleasure. To help your own game night go off without a hitch, check out the following nine tips for hosting a board … Read more
As much as I’d like to solve all of the world’s problems, my wallet allows me to do only so much. What I can do is make a difference in my immediate community. I’ve learned that there are small acts of kindness and long-term undertakings that we each can do to make our communities better … Read more
Oh, chocolate, how I love thee. Let me count the ways. I’ll take chocolate in just about any form, but it’s incredibly special when it comes straight from my own kitchen. Whether you consider yourself a novice or an expert, making chocolate candies is totally doable for you. Candy recipes often have short ingredient lists … Read more