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The Money Mindsets That are Keeping You Broke
The first step toward creating a better financial future is to change your mindset. When you think about money, what comes to mind first? Do you think about the student loans you still have or the bills you can barely afford to pay? Most of us have many negative...
100 Money Quotes That Will Change Your Life
If you want to get your financial life together, the first step is to change your money mindset. Here are 100 awesome quotes that will give you some perspective. Saving Money "Frugality includes all the other virtues." - Cicero "You must gain...
20 Perfect Holiday Gifts for Millennials
Christmas is right around the corner, and that means it's time to start thinking about what to buy for the millennials on your shopping list! Here are 20 holiday gifts that are perfect for millennials. *Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Read our full...
Ebates Review: How to Earn Cash Back for Online Shopping
Did you know that you can earn cash back from online shopping? If you're planning to buy some holiday gifts online this year, you need to check out Ebates. Ebates is a free website that offers thousands of coupons (up to 40% cash back) for popular retailers such as...
Stop Telling Me What I Should Accomplish by Age 30
“30 Things You Should Achieve Before You Turn 30” “10 Financial Milestones You Need to Reach Before Age 30” “20 Things Women Should Stop Doing by 30” There are thousands of articles telling 29 year old's exactly what milestones they need to hit by the time they reach...
6 Genius Tips for Having an Amazing Thanksgiving on a $50 Budget
Did you know that the average American household spends $59 on Thanksgiving dinner and $342 over Thanksgiving weekend? Yikes! Many of us spend hundreds of dollars on Thanksgiving food, traveling to visit family, Black Friday shopping, fall décor, and more. It adds up...
Why Your Blog Isn’t Getting Traffic – And How to Fix It
You had a brilliant idea for a blog, so you recently started your own website. You wrote amazing content, picked an awesome layout, and shared your articles on your social media accounts. You built your brand and waited for readers to arrive. Then…crickets. Or perhaps...
Genius Ways to Celebrate Halloween When You Have No Money
Halloween is right around the corner and you know what that means! It’s a fun holiday to celebrate, but it can get quite expensive. From Halloween party admission fees and overpriced costumes to pricey décor and expensive treats, it all adds up. My husband and I are...
20 Stunning Fall Decor Ideas You Can Snag for Less Than $20
I LOVE fall. I love cozy sweaters, hot cocoa, cooler weather, and beautiful fall colors. It's my favorite time of the year! Fall doesn't last very long in Minnesota (winter often starts in late October), so I have to make the most of it while I can. I adore fall...
Is it Ever OK to Travel While in Debt? Frugal Musings + Updates
If you're new around here, I post an update every quarter that shows how we’re doing on our debt snowball and other goals. This helps to hold us accountable and to keep track of our progress. We're getting close to debt freedom and I'm SUPER excited! July, August,...
What Does the Bible Say About Money?
You're reading a frugality blog right now, so you've probably heard of personal finance guru Dave Ramsey. If you haven't read any of his books (I highly recommend reading The Total Money Makeover), you might not know that Dave Ramsey's seven step plan for financial...
8 Secrets to Saving Thousands on Home Renovations
My husband and I have been watching HGTV a lot lately, and I'm always amazed by how expensive the home renovations are! I can't help but wonder how any average person can afford to pay tens of thousands of dollars to remodel. I did some research and discovered that...