Ever since I have been managing money, whether as a little girl spending my allowance or gift money or now as a wife in a one-income household, my dad has always joked with me about how “tight” I am with my money. I, on the other hand, prefer to use the terms frugal, practical, or even creative to describe my money spending habits.
Reasons You Should or Shouldn’t Shop at ALDI
If you’re completely unfamiliar with ALDI or if you’ve been hesitant to try it out because you’ve heard it’s a little “different,” then I’m so glad you’ve landed on this post because you are exactly the person I had in mind when I decided to write on this topic.
Fear Craigslist No More: Basic Tips for Beginners
All too often we hear about scandals and how people have been victimized as a result of using Craigslist. On the other hand, we never hear about all the success stories of people who use it all the time, and this has unfortunately caused many people to dismiss Craigslist and avoid it like the plague. If you are one of those people, this article is for you.
DIY Fall Family Pictures: 5 Simple Tips for Success
I know I said this before, but fall is absolutely my most favorite time of year! And what better time to take your family photo for your Christmas card than right now?! Now that I live in the Midwest where the leaves actually change color before falling to the ground, I make it a priority for us to take family pictures with “fall” as our backdrop.
10 Simple Tips to Save Money on Halloween Costumes
If there’s one thing I really hate to spend money on, it’s Halloween costumes. Although fall is absolutely my most favorite time of year, Halloween is easily my least favorite occasion.