For those that own a home and are looking into ways to strengthen their finances, it can be a great idea to downsize your home. Or, move to a cheaper area. Although you might love and cherish your home, it might be the cause of your financial instability. Owning a home is not cheap, especially…

Right now, times are tough for a lot of people with the prices of essential items and resources going up all the time. That’s why now might be a good time to think about how you’re spending your money and how you might be a little more frugal with it going forward. With that in…

According to a recent survey,  one in ten people only check their bank balance once every six months. If you fall into this category (or dread opening up your account after a night out with the girls), you aren’t alone – but it is important that you become more financially aware.  After all, being aware…

https://unsplash.com/photos/UqNEbyRQ660 A lot of people want to do home renovations that aren’t going to cost a lot of money, but they are unsure of what they should do. Now that spring is coming, you might want to make some improvements to your home. But if you want to save money, avoid unnecessary costs, and keep…

Suppose you are looking to buy a car for the first time, congratulations! You have taken an essential step towards financial responsibility and independence. Purchasing a vehicle is not as hard as it seems, but it can be overwhelming if you don’t know what to expect. This blog post will provide helpful tips on buying…

Buying a car is an expensive exercise. But not understanding the many options available to you can lead to costly mistakes, too. That’s why you need to arm yourself with knowledge before making your purchase. In this blog post, we’ll explore what you need to know about buying a new vehicle in America today, including…

If you’re always on the go or work somewhere where it’s impossible to keep your packed lunch refrigerated, you may be struggling to come up with lunch ideas. Of course, some foods absolutely have to be kept in the fridge. Hot Tip: Use an Ice Pack Any time food is kept between 40 and 140…

I think there’s a lot written about cutting back but not nearly enough written about just optimizing what you’re going to do anyway. When I first heard of the latte factor, and laughed hysterically at the idea of not buying tons of coffee while on tour, I did get a little obsessed about how you…

Pixabay – CCO Licence One of the best ways to take your personal and financial life into your own control is undoubtedly to start your own business where you are in charge. However many people do not feel able to do so because they do not have a huge pot of savings they can use…

Pexels You may find yourself in and around your house more these days with the pandemic still lurking. It may be that you now work from home or just have more time on your hands. No matter the reason, it’s healthy and in your best interest to change up your scenery every so often. All…

When it comes to decorating our homes, we all wish to be as creative as possible. With thousands of ideas available on the internet, the possibilities seem to be endless. But a wide range of home décor ideas often come with a scary price tag. The good news is that decorating your home shouldn’t necessarily…

I am really excited that this post is going live while I am in my second week of rehearsals with a circus that will be opening next week in Virginia. I am back on the road for a few weeks and life feels almost normal – sans the masks and endless Covid tests. Maybe this…

There are a number of ways you can upgrade your home interior on a budget. From furniture to flooring, there is no shortage of places where homeowners can spend their hard-earned money. But don’t worry if your bank account balance keeps you up at night, because we have the perfect solution for you! In this…

Pexels Image  Finding ways to save a bit of cash on your household bills is a lot easier than you think, so if it doesn’t require too much effort, then why wouldn’t you want to try at least? It can certainly be easy to incorporate various tips into your routine, so here are some ideas…

Giving a gift is a way of expressing love and showing people that they are special to you. Gifts can also be used as a way of saying thank you. At times, you might be willing to give a gift. But things might be challenging, and maybe even your budget is stretched. This should not…

Image  Everyone loves pasta, and now that autumn is finally here it’s the perfect time to make some amazing affordable pasta dishes that the whole family will love.  We know how hard times have been in the last 18 months since the pandemic, and whether you are just trying to stay financially comfortable or you…

Unsplash All parents want to help their kids to succeed, and often this means support with their school work. There are many ways that you can help your child to learn new things, from curriculum-based apps to arts activities, let’s explore some free resources and tips. 1 . Funbrain Jr. Funbrain Jr. includes games for…

If you are someone who doesn’t like to overpay for things, and likes to save money on those pesky expensive purchases, then you’re in the right place. We’re the exact same! We don’t want to be spending all of our hard earned money on things that we need rather than want, which is why we…

Personal finance hasn’t really been on the forefront of my mind the last few weeks/months (arguably last year and a half, in many ways). As I mentioned a few weeks ago, I went to the doctor for a checkup and to sort out a problem with my stomach, and my blood tests came back with…

(Unsplash CC0) The sound of the mailman coming down your driveway shouldn’t fill you with feelings of dread. However, these are the feelings you might experience, especially if your energy bills are on the high side. You could, of course, nail your mailbox shut so he wouldn’t have access, although he would still find a…

You found your dream job, and you are ready to make the move and get started on the career you have been building towards. You are ready for your new big adventure in a city full of culture, bustle, and opportunity. But finding a place to live has burst your bubble. Not knowing anyone in…

This last week I went back into NYC for the first time since the pandemic started. I live about 40 minutes away in New Jersey and trips into the city, as well as working there sometimes, have been a pretty regular part of my life since I was a teenager. There’s no lost love between…

No matter how financially secure you are, you can always get taken by surprise. Many people are hit with unexpected bills and struggle to handle them, whether it’s a sudden medical emergency, a busted water tank, or your math isn’t as good as you thought it was, life can be an expensive game. Let’s take…

I recently gave a personal finance talk and when I was talking about frugality I pointed out that my favorite thing about frugality is you can take what you like and leave what you don’t – though you do need to do a bit of experimenting to know what is what. There are also a…