I’m going to show you how to get over $100 worth of free birthday stuff year after year. First off, I’m assuming you like free stuff for your birthday. What am I saying? Of course, you do!But do you know exactly HOW to get your hands on coupons for everything from extra discounts on your favorite brands to tons of free food? Well, that’s what I’m going to show you. But before we do that, I’m going to give you a rundown of what you can get for free on your birthday, how to get all those freebies, and where to look for them. How to Get Over $100 in Free Birthday StuffWhat can I get for free on my birthday?You can literally get loads of amazing birthday freebies, rewards, and discounts every 12 months. Many retailers and ... [Read More]
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Start Now and Have a Debt Free Christmas
It's your year to plan for a debt free Christmas! Let's face it, the holidays are stressful enough without the added pressure of paying for gifts, food, and entertainment.Every household has a unique budget for Christmas and we're going to help you set up your own personalized holiday budget! And then we’ll look at creating a Christmas Savings Plan with strategies to help you meet your goal. You can start your debt free Christmas today! Get to planning and start saving up for December 25th. It'll be here before you know it! Start Now and Have a Debt Free ChristmasStep 1: Develop a Christmas BudgetI’m sure that the first thing you think about when you hear the word Christmas is "budget" – right?! Kidding! That's not fun, is it?! You think about ... [Read More]
How to Waste Money Without Even Knowing It
Have you ever met someone and thought they'd be the poster child for, "How to Waste Money"? The fact is, most of us think we're great at managing our own money! It's never us that's the problem, right?Well, a lot of times we're throwing money down the drain without even really knowing it. The biggest culprit to this is that the little things will add up over time. The small things matter when it comes to almost anything important in life!Want to waste $5000 in one year? Just spend $13.70 every day on the little things and you've done it!Let's bring to light some bad money habits that people have without even realizing it.How to Waste Money Without Even Knowing It Paying interest on credit cardsPaying bank fees on a checking or savings account Throwing away products ... [Read More]
Grocery Store Price Comparison: Walmart vs Aldi vs Costco
We wanted to know which grocery store is the cheapest, so we went out for a grocery store price comparison excursion!We live in the southeastern portion of the United States and often make trips throughout the week to our favorite grocery stores: Walmart, Aldi, and Costco. We shop at these different stores because they each carry specific products or have rock bottom prices that may be hard to find all in one store.So we wanted to know: Is Walmart cheaper than Aldi? Is Costco cheaper than Walmart? Which grocery store has the best prices overall?!We set out to complete our grocery store price comparison, find out the answer for ourselves, and share with you what you found out!Here are a few things to keep in mind before we dive in:We compared prices at Walmart, ... [Read More]
61 Must Have Homeschool Supplies
If you’re planning on teaching your kids at home this year, then there are some definite must have homeschool supplies to have on hand. Whether it’s you're just starting your first year homeschooling or you're a homeschooling veteran, we’ve got a list that covers the essentials! And don't just take our word for it! We’ve polled hundreds of homeschooling families to find out the must have homeschool supplies and compiled a master list for you.You might be sweating the new school term, but with our school supply list, you won’t have to stress the shopping. You can view the list below or download your homeschool supply checklist to bring on your shopping trip.61 Must Have Homeschool SuppliesPrinterPrinter Paper LaminatorLaminating PouchesFoldersBindersBinder Rings Binder ... [Read More]
Easy 4-Step Plan to Budget on an Unpredictable Income
How do you budget on an unpredictable income? Most budgeting advice is based on the assumption of a consistent paycheck. But if you're self-employed or are paid based on commission, your earnings will vary week to week.Trust me when I say, I know what you’re going through. I’ve worked in sales for many years and have experienced the cycle of feast and famine. It can make it very difficult to get ahead, let alone stay current with your bills. Whether you call it irregular income, variable income, uneven or unpredictable income, it can be difficult to manage. To help you strategize your way to financial success, we've put together a simple 4-Step Plan that will help you develop a budget on an unpredictable income and get your finances on track. ... [Read More]
Easy Patriotic Dessert: Red, White, & Blue Cracker Toffee!
If you're planning out your next summer BBQ, you can never go wrong with an easy patriotic dessert! This Red, White, & Blue Cracker Toffee is the perfect patriotic dessert for Memorial Day, 4th of July, or Labor Day!Be sure to snap a picture while it lasts because it may be GONE from your picnic table before the fireworks start. This stuff is ADDICTING! And I don't know about you, but I'm a bit of a mindless muncher, especially when I'm talking with family and friends and am surrounded by yummy food!Not only is it tasty, but it's also an easy dessert recipe with very basic ingredients which will cost you $10 or less to make! And it's a fun recipe to involve the kids in.Let's dish on how to make this festive red, white, and blue dessert!How to Make Red, ... [Read More]
A Thrifty Mom’s Raddish Kids Review
Our family tried out a fun new cooking club experience, and we're sharing our honest feedback with this Raddish Kids review!In our home, we are always looking for fun and educational activities to do with the kids. We were recently introduced to the Raddish Kids subscription box. We were excited to find that it met our criteria and exceeded our expectations in terms of educational and entertainment value!What is a Raddish Kids subscription box?Raddish Kids is a subscription service for kids that deliveries recipes with easy-to-follow instructions right to your front door. Cooking is a very holistic experience. It's a great way to teach and reinforce life skills like patience, following directions, reading, math, and science. Raddish Kids elevates that experience, bringing ... [Read More]
