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We're already back into the swing of the school year here in Georgia, but I know that right now is "calm before the storm" for many families as you get ready for back to school. So let's chat about Continue reading...
You've no doubt by now heard of a No Spend Month and how helpful it can be in breaking bad spending habits. But have you ever heard of a No Amazon August? Well, it's a similar concept, except that Continue reading...
Yesterday was my and my husband's 13-year wedding anniversary! I can't believe it's been 13 years since we said "I do" in our $500 wedding ceremony! Seriously! Where does the time go! Being married Continue reading...
Even though I don't think any of us can accurately predict the future or control it, there are things we can do to help Recession-proof our finances in the event a Recession does happen. The thing Continue reading...
Have you been joining me on Mondays over on Instagram? We've been reading through my book, Getting Good with Money, and discussing various components of managing our money well. This past week we Continue reading...
Okay so full disclosure - my kids are 10, 9, and 7 years old so obviously I don't have any teens yet. However, I've been a financial coach for six years, and teaching teens how to manage money has Continue reading...
“You really need to do something about this tiny bathroom. You should have Pat make you a bigger one and then sell this house and a get a better one so you can get a better car.” Her words shocked Continue reading...
Let's just cut to the chase. We live off my husband's income of roughly $52,000 a year. I say "roughly" because his regular paychecks actually equal $40,125.83 a year because after taxes come out Continue reading...
I know, I know, meal planning is no fun. But it's also no secret that meal planning is a HUGE budget saver! Especially during these times of inflation and rising grocery prices, it's important that we Continue reading...
Vacations can be expensive. Doesn't matter if you're solo traveling or you're traveling with your whole family - vacations cost a lot. And throw in inflation and before you know it, your vacation can Continue reading...
I know, I know, inflation is the talk of the land but let's chat about what we can do to make more money. Why? Because sometimes the only way to defeat the rising tide of costs everywhere is to Continue reading...
