Posts Tagged ‘budget’
Top 10 Tips to Save Money
Saving money can be challenging if you need help knowing where to start. So, check out these easy-to-follow tips to start saving and achieving your financial goals. 1. Track your spending: One of the simplest ways to save money is to keep track of your spending. By monitoring your expenses, you can easily see where…
Read MoreBudgeting for a Baby
Budgeting for a Baby Yes, children are priceless, but raising them is far from it. Many people plan for the changes a baby will bring to their lives when it comes to free time and lack of sleep but forget to factor in how much the little bundle of joy will affect finances. The estimated…
Read MorePotential Budget Busters for First-Time Homebuyers
Potential Budget Busters for First-Time Homebuyers Planning to kick your rent payments to the curb and take the step toward homeownership? If so, you’re certainly headed down an exciting path. Homeownership brings the opportunity to decorate, personalize, and modify your space to your heart’s desire. However, budgeting for a home goes beyond the down…
Read MoreControlling Your Holiday Spending
Controlling Your Holiday Spending It’s easy to go overboard when shopping for holiday gifts, but the fallout from seasonal overspending can last all year. Follow this helpful advice to get control of your holiday spending, before it begins to control you: Develop a budget and stick to it. Create a list of people you plan…
Read MoreSave the Stress – Plan for the Holidays
Save the Stress – Plan for the Holidays The holidays can put a financial burden even on the best shoppers and savers. As we approach the holiday season, it’s best to start and plan early to avoid the stress that comes with overspending. Here are some tips to help make the holidays a little less…
Read MoreWedding or Bust – How to Save Money on Your Big Day
Wedding or Bust – How to Save Money on Your Big Day Weddings can be the best day of your life, but they can also be expensive. As you’re looking for ways to save and stay on budget, consider these tips. Focus on What’s Important to You As you become further entrenched in the countless…
Read MoreFrugal February Challenge
Frugal February Challenge – Five Ways to be Frugal in February You may have heard the term Dry January recently, but have you heard of Frugal February? It’s a similar concept for your spending. If your budget is a little tapped out from the holidays, Frugal February is an opportunity to press reset and get…
Read MoreTips for Hosting Budget-Friendly Backyard Barbecue
Tips for Hosting Budget-Friendly Backyard Barbecue Summer is here which means it’s time to grill, eat and celebrate! Many are eager to reunite with friends and family this summer but be mindful of how much cash you put toward your backyard bash. These seven simple tips will help you save on your summertime soirée: Ask…
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