Like many others, inflation and a somewhat turbulent job market put pressure on our family finances in 2023. As a couple, my husband and I took a hard look at our finances to see where we could cut back and economize to weather what we expected to be a short-term "storm." One of the obvious...
7 Money-saving skills you need to learn today
Trying to save money? Here are some skills you should learn to make it happen. Some are easier than others, but I guarantee you that nothing here is particularly crazy, and you don't need a degree for any of it. Below are some of the most commonly recommended skills you can learn to save money....
10 Tips to Feed Your Family on a Budget
Feeding your family on a budget isn't only possible, you can also do it without spending all day in the kitchen. Because from school, to work, to after school sports and activities, we're all busy.
I've tested these tips with my own family of four. They work for us and many of the other busy families we know.
Pantry Staples for Cheap Family Meals
A well-stocked and budget-friendly pantry is key to your grocery budget. Find out what to stock in yours.
What's frugal living, and is it right for you?
You've likely heard the words frugal and frugality. Maybe you've also associated them with the word "cheap." While there's an aspect of minimizing expenses that goes along with being frugal, we need to stop with the negative connotations. But then what exactly does it mean to be frugal? And should you adopt a frugal lifestyle?...