Tips to Save Money

Whether you’re a new couple or you’ve been married for 50 years, date nights are vital to growing a relationship. It’s easy to think you need to spend a lot of money to have a good time, but that’s not the case! There are many fun and cheap date night ideas you can use to enjoy time with your … [Read more...] about 35 Cheap Date Night Ideas for Couples on a Budget

Picture this: it’s Friday afternoon, you’re looking for something to do for fun, but you can’t seem to think of anything. Sounds familiar? If you often ask yourself “what are some cheap, fun things to do this weekend?” look no further. You might think it’s not possible to have a great time … [Read more...] about 33 Cheap, Fun Things to Do this Weekend

If you're on a tight budget this Christmas and haven't shopped for gifts all year long, don't worry. There are countless thoughtful Christmas gifts you can buy for your friends, family, and co-workers without spending too much money. It's easy to get caught in the trap of feeling that Christmas … [Read more...] about 7 Super Thoughtful Christmas Gifts That Cost $5 or Less

Christmas is coming up fast this year. Then again, this whole year really did fly by in my opinion. I personally love to shop early for Christmas gifts and get it out of the way but I know a ton of people who wind up scrambling for useful last minute Christmas gift ideas, either because life … [Read more...] about 7 Useful Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

It’s been nearly 20 years since I was in college. I loved the freedom and was excited to start the next chapter of my life. The last thing on my mind was findings tips to save money in college. I had student loans, a little bit of money from my parents, and credit cards. I was going to be good, … [Read more...] about 29 Ways to Save Money in College and Still Have Fun

Overspending isn’t always tied to frivolous or big ticket items. Other, everyday items can also lead to financial problems. For example, as a woman, it’s easy to spend too much on cosmetics. The average woman spends up to $300,000 on beauty products over their lifetime, according to a study from the … [Read more...] about Free Makeup Samples: 15 Places to Get Free Beauty Products

We all like saving money at the store. If you have a growing family, you know how important it is to save money on your shopping needs. Walmart is a popular destination for families wanting to save. Did you know you can get free Walmart samples to help further reduce your shopping … [Read more...] about 6 Legit Ways to Get Free Walmart Samples and Discounts

Moving is stressful. There are so many things to worry about and keep in order to keep the move running smoothly. On top of that, it can be expensive to move. When you consider costs like the moving truck, movers, supplies, and deposits, it gets expensive quickly. One of the best ways to save on … [Read more...] about Where to Get Free Moving Boxes: 7 Places to Find Them

Do you like free stuff? I know I do. During college, I worked part-time giving away free samples in a grocery store, so I can say with confidence that people like their free stuff. You can also get free stuff by mail, but that often requires taking surveys or giving up personal information. … [Read more...] about 11 Legit Ways to Get Free Samples by Mail without Surveys

If you’ve not checked the calendar recently, it’s time to start preparing your taxes. That also means something else - looking for overlooked tax deductions you might have missed throughout the year. Thankfully we have a good CPA who helps us stay on top of deductions, though we still don't like to … [Read more...] about 4 Commonly Overlooked Tax Deductions Not to Miss

The following is a contribution from our friends at Money Saving Pro. It's 2018, and you're in desperate need of a new phone. Unfortunately, a new flagship phone, like the Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus or the iPhone X, may cost around $1,000, which is becoming the norm. The MSRP values of cell phones … [Read more...] about 5 Best Places to Buy a Used Phone

The following is a contribution from our friends at The Penny Hoarder. Tax season is upon us, and not everyone has filed yet. With the April 17 due date looming, some of you still might not be sure if you should file taxes online or pay a tax professional to do it for you. The answer to this … [Read more...] about 6 Times You Should Hire a Tax Professional

This post was sponsored, and paid for, by H&R Block. All opinions are my own. If you’re one of many people who struggle to pay their bills each month, you’re probably focused on finding every way possible to cut your expenses and save money. Preparing and filing your own tax return may be … [Read more...] about 3 Benefits of Using a Tax Professional

I'm not going to lie. I enjoy saving money the old-fashioned way. I enjoy actively budgeting and manually transferring money to my savings accounts each month to meet my financial goals. Life gets busy, though, and it's easy to forget to transfer the money to my savings account. The best automatic … [Read more...] about 5 Best Automatic Savings Apps to Grow Your Wealth

Saving money doesn't have to be difficult. In fact, there are lots of easy ways to save money that you can start right now without investing too much time or energy. I think fear of failing or maybe a lack of knowledge about how easy it actually is to start saving money each month keeps many people … [Read more...] about 44 Super Easy Ways to Save Money