There have been times in in my money-saving journey when I have caved in to frugal fatigue. Put simply, I got sick of living frugally. I got tired of doing the things I knew I should do to save money long-term. Therefore, I splurged. I busted my budget. It may have felt good momentarily but […]
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Money Motivators: What Drives Your Spending?
Money means different things to different people. As a result, everyone has different money motivators. If you understand yours then you can get a better grip on your finances. Money motivators affect your earning, saving, and spending habits. In this article, we will look at some of the things that commonly drive people’s spending. If […]
Where to Take Free and Cheap Online Classes
I have personally paid a lot of money for my education over the years. There are pros and cons to going the traditional college route. I’m happy with the choices that I’ve made. That said, there are so many awesome options available these days to take free and cheap classes online. If you’re more interested […]
5 Things to DIY to Save Money
I love to DIY projects. Well, some projects. I have a limited range of crafting ability. I’m good at what I’m good at … then there are the other things. Of course, if I’m having fun with a project then it doesn’t matter much how skilled at it I am. On the other hand, if […]
Don’t Forget The Bridge Period if You Want To Retire Early
If you want to retire early, then you have to plan accordingly. Unless you happen to strike it super rich when you’re young, early retirement means that you have to take a long view of your financial future. One of the things that people often forget is to plan for the bridge period. What is […]
The Best and Worst States to Retire Early
If you want to retire early, then you have to do a lot of planning. After all, you’ve got to anticipate a variety of factors about the future. Then you have to make a strategic plan that incorporates what you anticipate. One of the things that you have to take into consideration is where you […]
The Hidden Cost of Social Media: It’s Making You Spend
There is a somewhat hidden cost of social media. Whether or not you realize it, you might be spending money due to what you see on sites like Facebook. Of course, the ads play a part in that. In recent years, sites have become increasingly sophisticated with targeted marketing. In fact, it’s a little bit […]
How to Get Free Gift Cards
I almost always get free gift cards by using my credit card rewards points. However, I would prefer to use my credit card rewards to get cash back. Therefore, I’ve been looking into new options to get free gift cards. Many apps allow you to earn free gift cards. Plus there are some great deals […]
Minimalism vs. Frugal Living: Similarities and Differences
Minimalism is not the same thing as frugal living. However, the two lifestyles have a lot of similarities. Understanding those similarities, along with the differences, can help you choose what is right for your own life. When you examine the two lifestyles, what you’ll discover is that they overlap in so many ways. However, where […]
What to Expect at a Tiny House Conference
You are planning to go to your first tiny house conference. You’ve watched the tiny home television shows. You’ve followed the blogs and books that have emerged about tiny home culture. However, you still aren’t sure quite what to expect from your first tiny house conference. Here’s what you’re likely to find: Tiny Home Tours […]