Be generous. It’s the most generous time of the year
It’s the most generous time of the year… I am not one to call this time of year the “Holiday Season”. I…
What is living below your means?
“Live below your means!” You might hear that a lot from financial experts all over the internet and social media. “Live on…
Don’t get pressured into a poor decision.
Don’t get pressured into a poor decision, by trying to impress others. Most people are broke and they try to make it…
Why should I focus on paying off my mortgage?
Why should I focus on paying off my mortgage? I get several questions about mortgages from many different people. Should I get…
How to Save on Groceries
This post is brought to you by my better half (and yes, this is her typing already). Hi, I’m Taryn, mom of…
A new budget every month? Why?
Whenever I talk to people about budgeting, there are a few common things that come up. There are those that tell me…
How to use a Sinking Fund
Intentionally planning for larger expenses is a crucial part of a successful financial plan. From larger items like replacing a car and…
5 Tips for Beginning to Budget
Whether it is your first budget or your five hundredth budget, creating a solid budget can be a challenge. Having a process…
Do I need to budget with my spouse?
This is a very common question, but the answer is easy. Yes. Money fights, a lack of communication between spouses regarding money,…
Isn’t a budget just tracking expenses?
10 years ago if people asked me if I was budgeting, I would have answered yes. But I wasn’t budgeting. Rather I…