Earn, Save & Live Smart
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:
Most people who are approved for Social Security Disability do not get their claims approved on their first attempt. In fact, only about one in three applicants receive a benefit check after the initial application. Why is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) so difficult to get? Let’s shed some light … Read more
If you suffer from a disability that keeps you from working, chances are you may be entitled to Social Security disability benefits. But if you’re already engaged in the Social Security Disability Insurance or the Supplemental Security Income disability benefits process, then you may understand how lengthy and complex the process can often be. Recognizing … Read more
Make your own chili seasoning, and then cook up a batch of chili for your Super Bowl Party! Chili Seasoning Recipe Stop buying the expensive package of premade chili seasoning because it will take less than 5 minutes and cost less than $1 to make a big batch using my homemade chili seasoning recipe. It’s … Read more
If you’re looking to boost your bank balance, then becoming an Uber driver can be an excellent way to do it. In the United States alone, there are 750,000 people who have taken that option, either to supplement their primary income or as their full-time job. The benefits are clear: you can work as much or … Read more
The costs associated with higher education have skyrocketed in recent years, making everything from tuition to textbooks more difficult to afford. Because of the rising costs of textbooks and our ever-present reliance on the internet, online alternatives are also on the rise. This TextbookRush review will show you how you can save money on textbooks, … Read more
Failing to manage write-offs, especially your mileage can cause a small business owner hundreds or thousands each year in potential deductions. Luckily, The Budget Diet can help. Here’s a guide to help you find the best mileage tracking app to maximize your return this April. Why Use a Mileage Tracking App Small business owners need … Read more
I love living on a budget and with this blog, I can share the benefits of simple living far and wide. My appreciation for living economically began after college, when I moved across the country for a temporary job. Six months later, I moved again. Living a “nomadic” lifestyle can work if you reduce the amount of baggage that you … Read more
If the idea of a homemade Halloween costume sounds like an overly ambitious Martha Stewart project, and the thought of a pre-made Halloween costume makes you scream unoriginal and overpriced…these semi-homemade Halloween costumes are your answer. Semi-homemade Halloween costumes start with items you have in your closet, and you purchase an inexpensive accessory like a wig, glasses … Read more
Don’t let the word “homemade” scare you because no sewing is required with these Easy Homemade Halloween Costumes. Today’s easy, homemade Halloween costume ideas are perfect for pre-teens! Tomorrow, The Budget Diet will feature easy, homemade Halloween costumes for little ones! Easy Homemade Halloween Costumes for Pre-Teens Identity Thief Supplies: Directions: Pippi Longstocking Supplies: Directions: Bubble … Read more
Getting approved for Social Security Disability Benefits can take anywhere from 3 to 12 months, or even longer. For some severely disabled individuals, this time frame is too long. Thankfully, the Social Security Administration created a streamlined application process for Compassionate Allowances. The expedited handling of compassionate allowances for individuals seeking Social Security Disability Benefits … Read more