Winter brings cozy nights, hot drinks, and, unfortunately, one of the most expensive home emergencies imaginable: frozen pipes. When temperatures drop fast, water inside pipes can freeze, expand, and eventually burst the pipe without warning. That single moment can turn into thousands of dollars in repairs, soaked floors, and damaged walls that take weeks to fix. Many homeowners only discover the problem after water starts
Planning your dream wedding doesn’t have to drain your bank account. With creativity and some savvy planning, you can celebrate your love beautifully on a modest budget of $5,000 or less. In today’s economy, where every penny counts, an affordable wedding can still be a stylish, memorable event. Here are ten smart strategies to plan a low-cost wedding without compromising on the romance and joy of your
When you love someone, it feels great to let them know. Your beloved will likely enjoy being showered with your expressions of love. However, according to StudyFinds, 70% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. So, here are some creative ways for you to show your love without breaking the budget: Free Ways to Show Your Love Some ways you can show your love involve using
Anyone who loves to shop should consider timing their purchases to coincide with sales tax holidays; while only 16 states offer them, some shopping aficionados travel to take advantage of these tax-free windows. Jackie CohenJackie Cohen is an award winning financial journalist turned turned financial advisor obsessed with climate change risk, data and business. Jackie holds a B.A. Degree from Macalester College and an M.A.
Happy New Year! How was your New Years Eve? I spent mine watching the Fox and the Hound 2 with my daughters. They fell asleep at 8:30 and I think I made it to 10. I’m feeling old! :) I’ve been reading a lot of blogs lately so I thought I’d showcase all of the posts I’ve been enjoying this week! How We Manage Our
Happy Friday. I hope you had a great Christmas and got to spend lots of time with your loved ones! If you’re in need of some weekend reading here are some of my favorite posts from the blogosphere: 30 Easy Frugal Tips You Should be Using @Write Budget One Simple Thing Could Earn You a Massive Promotion @Money Life and More A Formula for Interview Success
Happy Friday. I hope you had a good week! Are you finishing your Christmas shopping this weekend? I (thankfully) got all of mine done last week so no more braving the crowds. In case you’re in need of some weekend reading here are some of my favorite posts from the blogosphere: The Trouble With Holiday Spending Expectations @The Broke and The Beautiful Life 5 Tips
Happy Friday! I hope you had a great week. I know everyone is gearing down to make their Christmas plans and finish up their shopping so I thought I’d do a post round-up this week dedicated to all things Christmas! 16 Gifts for $20 or Less @The Budget Mama $500 Visa Gift Card Giveaway @Clever Dude The Perfect Spritz Cookie Recipe @The Frugal Farmer 7
Happy Friday. I hope you had a good week. As always, if you’re in need of some weekend reading here are some of my favorite blog posts from the week. Last Minute Ways to Come Up with Holiday Spending Cash @Debt Roundup Do You Do Comparisons Before Selling Assets? @Monster Piggy Bank 10 Reasons I Love Living a Frugal Lifestyle @Budgeting for More VIDEO –
Happy Friday! I hope you had a good week and great Thanksgiving. My oldest daughter got the majority of the week off for Thanksgiving break so we’ve just been hanging out with family. In case you’re in need of some weekend reading here are some of my favorite posts from the week: 9 Reasons to Live Below Your Means @Retired by 40 Blog Why We
