Let’s face it, when you have children, there are a lot of costs involved and things to buy to make life easier. They need clothes, toys, furniture, carseats, strollers, bouncers, etc. Kids grow out of these items quickly so consider getting items second hand. There’s no need to pay full price or buy everything brand […]
Year: 2014
Homemade Chocolate Larabars
I love, love Larabars because they are made with simple, whole ingredients. But I haven’t been able to afford them lately, due to a tighter budget. They retail for $1.29 a bar in my area and Amazon sells them for $19.99 for a box of 20, making them $1 each. It’s not a bad price […]
How to Shop at CVS
It is the beginning of a new year and time to turn a new leaf. Are you on a tight budget and looking for ways to stretch your budget? CVS has the best deals around. You’ll find unbelievable deals for nonfood items like toothpaste, toothbrushes, paper goods, makeup, and more. With a combination of the […]
The Lazy Guide to Budgeting – 7 Ways to Make It Easier to Stick With
Many people start budgets but they don’t seem to stick with them. Why is that? Because they’re lazy? I think it’s because they don’t have clearly defined goals. Are you trying to pay off debt, save up for a house, or build a college fund for the kids? What is the exact amount of your […]
Ready to Start a Budget That Works?
Budgeting is hard. You feel like a mess. You feel overwhelmed. When bills come in the mail, doesn’t it seem like you just paid them already? Wait, it’s already been a month? How did that happen? You’re paying late fees because you missed the due date by a few days. While your children are fast asleep, […]