I have mixed feelings when it comes to saving money by buying in bulk. Done right it can definitely be a good money saving tool but more often than not I see people actually wasting money by using this strategy. If you like warehouse shopping and want to make it work in your favor here’s what to do. (And what not to do!) # 1
7 Smart Things to Do When You’re Bored
Do you catch yourself saying “I’m bored” often and can’t thinking of anything to cure that boredom? If so here are seven smart (and productive) things to do when you’re bored. Organize Something One of the first options I turn to when boredom strikes is organization. A clean and organized home always makes me feel clear headed and relaxed which is why this one is
5 Inexpensive Valentine’s Day Gifts for Women
You don’t have to spend a lot of money on Valentine’s Day to make it special. This is especially true if you’re married or dating a money conscious women. In fact, I would be appalled if my husband “surprised” me with an inexpensive gift. I would much prefer a thoughtful gift that is easy on the budget. If you’re low on money but still want
Why You are Your Own Worst Enemy When it Comes to Money
Over the past few years I’ve grown personally, professionally, and financially. I can look back now and see that for such a long time I was the only thing standing in my way of success. I’m sure that in five years from now I look back and think the same thing about myself today. If you’ve been feeling stuck financially there’s a good chance your
4 Tips for Working From Home with Kids
Thanks to the internet, working from home has become a fantastic way for almost anyone to make extra money. However, for stay at home moms or parents looking to make extra money on the side it can sometimes feel hard to keep up with all. (Trust me I know how you feel!) I’ve been working at home on the side or full time for more
Living Paycheck to Paycheck? Do THIS with Your Income Tax Refund
I’ve always been the tax person for friends and family members who don’t want to wait to get an appointment with an actual tax professional. Oddly enough I enjoy filing simple tax returns and helping out where I can. And because I do a handful of tax returns for others every year I get to see a range of different income tax refunds. Some are
3 Tips to Grow Your Side Business This Year
Is your income stagnant? Feel like your side business is stuck and you just don’t know what to do about it? I’ve actually plateaued a bit myself over the past few months. In an effort to ramp my income back up to where I want it to be I’ve thought back over what has helped me get unstuck over the past years. The results is
Practical Steps to Breaking a Bad Habit
I recently witnessed a close friend break a bad habit he’s had for over fifteen years. He stopped smoking cigarettes. He had tried and tried before but he never could quit. He told himself he wanted to. He used every new “miracle” product that came out. But, he’d never make it for more than two days. Breaking bad habits that you’ve held for such a
How to Save $10,000 in 2016
How much money would it take to make you feel comfortable? I’m willing to be that an extra $10,000 in the bank would make most people feel far more secure about their financial situation. If you had a solid financial buffer you wouldn’t have to worry about simply staying afloat like the majority of America. Instead, you’d reap the benefits of financial stability and would
Can’t Keep up with Your Bills?
A recent Bankrate survey shows that Americans’ are less focused on saving and more focused on staying current on bills and paying debt down. If you can’t keep up with your bills here are some things to try. Living within Your Means Often Means Making Tough Choices While there’s certainly a majority of people who’ve whittled away their expenses and made tough decisions, this is