Ever see something at the mall that you cannot resist? It could be a new dress or a new product from Apple. Perhaps you find a stylish pair of shoes that you think you can’t live without. Before you know, you have blown a couple of hundred dollars on an impulse purchase.
When it comes to keeping a budget, one of the biggest potential problems is dealing with impulse buying. Understanding what triggers impulse buying and knowing the steps you can take to avoid spending at the drop of a hat.
Let's talk about how to create a budget-friendly monthly meal planner. In 2020, the average American family spent about $412 a month on food at home. If that family dined out, then that expense grew higher to $610. If you are looking to save on your family's monthly food expenses, it is time to have a plan: more specifically, a monthly meal plan.
There is a myth that you have to spend lots of money to pamper yourself. The truth is you can potentially give yourself the best day of your life by trying some tried and true tricks. In fact, there are several ways to pamper yourself that can potentially cost you absolutely nothing! Here are 12 ways to pamper yourself on a budget.
A honeymoon can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It can also be a potentially expensive adventure. You just worked hard to save money on your wedding, so don’t succumb to the temptation to overspend on your honeymoon. Consider ways to control costs while on your honeymoon. Here are 10 ways that you can potentially control your costs before planning your trip.
In 2020, the average wedding cost about $19,000. For most people, that is simply not affordable. However, there are several ways that you can potentially lower your costs. With some creative planning, you could cut your wedding costs by a surprising amount. Here are 10 ways that you could reduce the cost of your wedding.
Did you know that almost 70% of Americans have less than $1,000 saved up? If you find yourself in this situation, then having money for retirement or cash stashed away for an emergency could be a big problem. Therefore, it is important that you start to save today. Here are 10 tips that may help you save more cash.
Do you ever get tired of watching every penny and being stressed about money? If you’re financially savvy, focused on saving money, and sticking to a budget, sometimes that can just wear you out.
Ever wish you could go on a spending spree without worrying about the budget? We’ve all had that fantasy, but is it just a fantasy? Or is there a way you can treat yourself without breaking your budget?
Having a baby can be an exciting, nerve-wracking and unexpected experience. One of the things that you may want to consider with a new member of the family is your budget. It's easy to want it all for your new baby. But it also makes sense to save on items where possible. Here are 10 smart ways that you can budget for a baby.
A graduation bash can be one of the most fun and joyous get togethers. Like most parties, the cost can potentially run away from you quickly. If you are on a budget, then there are several ways that you could control costs. Here is a look at some of the ways that you can throw a graduation bash on a budget.
There is something really unnerving about realizing that you owe Uncle Sam money during tax season. Chances are you might not be prepared to deal with a significant tax bill. While you may not be able to change what you owe this year, you can potentially prepare yourself for the next year.
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