Father's Day is quickly approaching - did you know that? Since it's Summer Savings all this month, I decided to combine fun and cool activities to do with Dad this Father's Day. Most of them are very affordable too, which means you don't have to sweat to death, you can celebrate your Dad or Dad-figure or Husband-Dad, and you don't have to spend a lot! Win-win-win.Read on for some cool summer Continue Reading
Deliciously Easy 4th of July Dessert Ideas
Some of my favorite 4th of July memories are centered around food (aren't most memories food centered? Mine are at least!) I've never hosted 4th of July yet, but I always bring something to others' parties. I'm known for either bringing a delicious dessert or killer mixed drinks...While there's a time and place for drinks, desserts are my favorite because you can eat them all day. While you Continue Reading
Debt Payoff Series: Jeff from Dollar Sprout
A few months ago, I launched my debt payoff series: inspiring stories from people who have paid off or are in the middle of paying off debt. I figured you've been hearing enough about my debt payoff journey, and you might want some inspiration from others!In this post, Jeff from the blog Dollar Sprout shares a different way he tackled his debt repayment: by making more money! We all know that Continue Reading
Debt Payoff Series: Russell and Maleah of Unconventional Prosperity
A few months ago, I launched my debt payoff series: inspiring stories from people who have paid off or are in the middle of paying off debt. I figured you've been hearing enough about my debt payoff journey, and you might want some inspiration from others!In this post, Russell and Maleah discuss how starting a business helped jump start and ultimately contribute to their total debt pay off - Continue Reading
Which is Better: Play! by Sephora or Birchbox? [Updated for 2019]
When I was first considering signing up for a beauty box subscription, it was tough to choose in the Play by Sephora vs Birchbox debate. However, I had been buying makeup through Sephora for a few years and my Mom liked Sephora, so I decided to sign up with them - I've even done a few Play! by Sephora reviews here, too!However, I recently decided to switch from Sephora to Birchbox for my Continue Reading
How to Save Money on a New Car
Think buying a used car is the only way to save money on a new set of wheels? Don’t settle for second best! If you buy a new car, you don’t have to worry about all the accrued miles, the wear and tear on the engine, collision history, or any structural damage that might be cause for concern with a used vehicle. When you buy new, it’s yours hot off the press.Buying a new vehicle is a big Continue Reading
Unique Ways to Save Money and Make Money in 2019
They say money can’t buy happiness, but having enough money to buy a dog or a yacht is pretty darn close. Whether you’re a 9-to-5 city slicker or an always-on-the-move, part-time multitasker, you depend on your hustle to sustain your livelihood. If you’re tired of living paycheck to paycheck, make 2019 your year of saving and making more money than you ever have before. Make good on your Continue Reading
7 Things You Should Know Going Into Tax Season
Stressed out by tax season? We promise you’re not alone. Stressing about taxes is practically a national pastime, but it doesn’t have to be this way. The key to getting through the paperwork is acknowledging what you’re capable of doing yourself versus what you need help with. Taking the ego out of it will help you calm down and avoid mistakes. Think of it as a great opportunity to practice stress Continue Reading
7 Fantastic Tips That Will Reboot Your Finances & Cure Your Debt Headache In 2019
The tree has been taken down, decorations put away and all you have left now is a severe debt hangover. Many people have stepped into the new year with more bills racked up than expected. A MagnifyMoney report shows that 44% of all Christmas shoppers in the U.S have accumulated debt this past season.The average shopper in the U.S accrued at least $1,054 of holiday debt. This comes as no Continue Reading
Weather Wednesdays!
Are you looking for a fun way to challenge yourself to save more money this year? Well, not to toot my own horn, but I came up with a pretty cool and fun way to save money every month called Weather Wednesdays. What is the Weather Wednesdays Savings Challenge? Weather Wednesdays is a savings challenge where for the whole year, you save as much as the high temperature in your city. This Continue Reading
