For the forty-somethings out there, you’ll probably remember (especially if you live in the UK) quite a few things which your granny or granddad taught you which you don’t have the time or inclination to do nowadays. Stay with us while we have a stroll through some of these things and discuss if what Granny...
Spending money is easy. Keeping track of the money in our accounts is the hard part. In today’s digital world, much banking is done online. Many people take advantage of banking technology by having their paychecks automatically deposited into their accounts each month. Others sign up for automatic bill pay for all of their monthly...
Do you feel like you need to make changes? Is your budget just not working out? You might not feel comfortable with your income and expenses, or be unsure how to approach money. If you need a change, here are some questions that can help you get on track and find your way. Where Am...
The economy seems to have been the buzzword for the last couple of years. Everyone is paying more attention to the economy, their jobs, and especially their finances. With technology on the rise and their prices getting more affordable, many are turning towards tech to help keep their finances in order and save as much...
As if moms today aren’t busy enough raising kids, working full-time jobs, taking care of the household, and committing to countless other obligations, we are often responsible for managing family finances. If you’re anything like me, you make it a personal mission to provide everything your loving family needs while spending the absolute minimum. You...
Life is full of mysterious setbacks and hiccups. Especially when it comes to finances, nothing is for certain and nothing should be taken for granted. A healthy financial plan should consider unexpected costs because so many times in life we find ourselves paying money for things we didn’t expect. These are called contingencies and a...
To save enough money, it is important to practice frugal living. It is always good to save some extra bucks to prepare for emergencies. Frugal living has other advantages too. You will be surprised to know how many innovative ways are there to manage your finances and earn some extra bucks. Read on to know...
Being frugal does not imply that you are cheap, selfish, or mean. You are only being frugal because you are trying to save for something specific or clear a certain bill. To stay focused, you have to write all your goals down and know what you want to achieve. Through a lot of commitment, you...
There are a lot of things that one works hard to accomplish. No matter what your goals are, they’ll only be achieved if you are committed to seeing results. A great example is being frugal. The chances of saving a lot of money are only high if you are committed, confident and creative. All you...
Saving money is important, but it takes more than just tucking away a portion of your paycheck to really be successful at it. Cutting corners to reduce your monthly bills, as well as other measures, such as spending less at the grocery store, are equally important. Here are some tips and hints to help you...