I have several admitted weaknesses. I am a sucker for a hoppy craft beer, I can’t turn down a hot, fresh chocolate chip cookie, and I love a hot, fresh slice of pizza. Here are a few ideas to save a few bucks on your next slice.
How to Save Money on Hotels When Traveling
April 19, 2013 by 17 Comments
Those of you who read my free money tips newsletter (which I suggest you do), know that I am about to take a trip to Israel. I spent the last few days working on lodging for the trip, and I want to share a few tips to save money on hotels when traveling.
9 Tips for Thrift Store Shopping
January 9, 2013 by
The country is buzzing about thrift store shopping. Did you miss the message? Where else can you get your grandma’s jumpsuit for $7? And if you really have not seen this video, make sure to watch it below.
4 Ways to Save by Doing Little Things
December 19, 2012 by
Most of us have heard of the “latte factor” and how we can save a lot in the long run by spending a little less in the short run. While some bloggers love the latte rule and others think it is stupid, here are some ways to find the latte in your life to save big in the long run.
5 Best Mobile Apps to Save You Money
December 10, 2012 by
For most of us, our smart phones are only a money drain. We pay at least $40 per month, on a family plan, or up to hundreds per month for unlimited plans, to get our calls and internet wherever we are. We can use those phones, though, to save us money. Here are my favorite free money saving apps.
How to Make Saving A Habit
November 21, 2012 by
The end of the year is approaching and with it an excellent time to analyze your financial house and see what changes you’d like to make for the upcoming year. For some this might mean examining their spending for ways to save money. With a few tips you can be on the road to saving money and improving your financial health.
Why I Spent $30 To Shave and It was Worth Every Penny
October 29, 2012 by
For as long as I can remember, I have hated shaving. Seriously. I would do anything I could to avoid it. I didn’t want a beard, so shaving was an inevitable part of my life, so I am always searching for a way to make it suck less.
Avoiding Lifestyle Inflation After College
October 8, 2012 by
This is a guest post from Jeff at Sustainable life blog. Jeff blogs about how to go green and save money in the process.
Ahhh, post college life. There is truly no time like it. You’re used to living off of ramen from your time in school, but you’re earning all of this cash now that you’ve finished your MBA degree and got a big kid job. All of this is great, but make sure that when you’re living it up in your 20s (there’s no better time for living it up!) you keep your future in mind. Because you just left college, you’ve already got a head start because you’re used to living cheap.
Planning the Costs of a Weekend Getaway
September 19, 2012 by
This weekend, I am taking my girlfriend up to the mountains for a quick weekend getaway. I am excited to get out of the city for a couple of days and enjoy everything a fall trip to the Rockies has to offer. Before I made the reservations, however, I made sure to tally up the costs of a weekend away.
Understanding “Need” vs “Want”
July 2, 2012 by
Have you ever heard someone say how much they “need” something that is a complete waste of money? They need their gym membership, they need their SUV, they need their daily latte. We all know that it is a want, but it is an important psychological issue to understand.
Saving Time and Money on Quality Wine
June 13, 2012 by
I love good wine. At the end of a long day, nothing goes better with dinner than a great Chianti or Bordeaux. But, as I found my taste in wine evolving, so did the cost. I am always looking to learn about good wines, trying new ones, and saving money. Last week, I found a new way to do all three that I am trying out.
Yakezie Blog Swap – Money and Relationships
May 25, 2012 by
The following is a guest post from Shondell over at Call Me What You Want Even Cheap as part of the Yakezie blog swap. This week, we are all discussing how to handle money when in a relationship. You can read my post on the same topic at Nickel by Nickel.
There has been much talk about money and marriage lately, and so there should be considering money is the number one reason for divorce. Money is one of those topics that can be so uncomfortable to talk about, but once you start talking about it with your significant other the easier it gets. Here are my tips for a long lasting relationship with your honey and money.
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