Sample Family Budget for Beginners: Save Without the Stress!
Are you having trouble making a budget? It's not that difficult! Here's a simple sample family budget for you to follow as you make yours!
Getting Out Of Debt
Stop Cutting Coupons and Start Saving!
Here are some easy suggestions to save $10,000 or more in just one year cutting a few things from your food bill to help you save money.
Stop Eating Your Way Into Debt!
Eating out is one of the biggest causes of debt, but it can seem difficult to find a better option. Here are some ideas to help you spend less on food.
How Do I Make My Husband Change His Spending Habits?
Money issues are one of the most common problems in marriage. One reader asks, How do I make my husband change so he doesn't spend so much?
Are “THEY” Ruining Your Finances?
"They" say you should spend your money a certain way and you should have certain things to be happy. Is their advice making your life better?
What Can Average People Do To Save Money?
Are you living paycheck to paycheck wondering what to do about rising prices? Here are some easy ideas you can use to save money and live better.
4 Easy Ways To Save $600 A Year! Stop Wasting Food!
See how wasting less food can save a lot of money and go a long way toward getting your finances in order and eliminate debt!
No Interest Credit – Is No Interest REALLY No Interest?
No interest credit offers and layaway plans can be an attractive temptation, but is no interest REALLY no interest? Read this FIRST before adding that debt!
How to Deal With Layoffs
It is difficult for most people to know how to deal with layoffs, but the right attitude and a good plan can reduce your stress and help you recover.
How To Make a Budget Easier – Don’t Make It So Complicated!
Charts, graphs, computer programs, ledgers??! Here's an easier way to budget!
How We Paid Off $20,000 Debt In 5 Years On $22,000/Year Income
Paying off debt can be a daunting thought, but its' easier than you think. We paid off $20,000 debt when our income was just $22,000 per year. Here's how...
How To Get Organized
If you're asking yourself, how to I begin to get organized, these tips will help you! Getting organized will also help you get out of debt and save money!
Frugal Living Doesn’t Mean Choosing Poverty
If you think frugal living means staying perpetually poor, you're completely missing the point! Here's how to have a richer mindset!
Spending Confessions: How I Got Smart About Money
Spending habits determine whether we're prosperous or always in financial turmoil. Here's how I changed my spending habits and became smart about money.
8 Ways to Stop Impulse Buying
Most of us have given in to impulse buying but it can really waste money and cause debt. These easy tips will help you stop impulse buying and save money!
Is Frugal Living Harming Your Kids?
Sometimes readers write to ask us, "Is frugal living harming your kids." Have you ever wondered: Is living a debt free life bad for your kids?
Credit Card Fees and Other Late Fees
Here’s something to think about: Did you know that late fees on people’s credit cards account for 1/3 of the bank’s income? Paying your bills on time is one of the easiest ways to save money. You don’t have to give up anything or do anything that takes a lot of work. You just write …
Budget Tips For Married Couples
These budget tips for married couples help you understand your spouse better and how to work together to make a family budget that works for you!
These Hard Economic Times
For a number of years, there has been a lot of talk about hard economic times. Even though the economy is down, does the talk match our spending habits?
College Loans And Paying For College
Most of us have heard people say that college is critically important for everyone, no matter how many student loans you take on. Is that really true?
Rising Prices
Are you worrying yourself sick about rising prices? Hopefully this post will help you put it in perspective.
Happy New Year Everyone! Or is it?
Did you have a bad year last year? Do you think this year will be the same?
What Do I Do With My Tax Refund?
Is your tax refund mad money or is there a better purpose for it? Choose wisely. You can make a long term improvement in your life!
Save First Buy Later
There are greater benefits to saving before you buy something than most people are aware of. It's not just about saving on interest...