If you’re like me, lunchtime is a much enjoyed reprieve to “sandwich” in the busy work day. It also means that $10 to $15 is about to leave the wallet. This may not seem like much, but after grabbing a quick bite over the last month, I counted my receipts and realized I said goodbye […]
Planning an affordable, but memorable getaway? These hacks will save you some dough.
One of the keys to saving money is cultivating the ability to delay gratification. Unfortunately, that’s easier said than done for many of us. Putting off pleasure today in anticipation of tomorrow’s needs doesn’t come naturally to many people. However, there are ways to overcome your natural inclinations and develop more thoughtful spending habits. Here […]
I will be honest because personal finance must involve an honest conversation. Though some personal finance sites might compare needing a budget to needing air or food, I don’t plan to be that melodramatic. I will, however, emphasize that I think budgets are essential to maintaining financial order in your life. A budget can be […]
For all the self-proclaimed frugalistas out there, saving more is the name of the game. The more money you save, the better. A frugal lifestyle is centered on the fact that you should spend less, but is that always the right thing to do? Not necessarily. It’s worth the money to spend a little more […]
I absolutely love the library, and I am continually surprised that more people don’t take advantage of their local library. It’s really more than a place for checking out books! Here are the top benefits you can get from your local library – all for free. 1. Family/Kid Activities The children’s librarian at my local […]
