Frugal Living

  A home office is an amazing addition to any home. Unfortunately, though, they seem to get cluttered and disorganized rather easily. It can be frustrating to try and get work done in an area that seems so chaotic, in fact, it can be downright distracting. If you don’t have a lot of money to …

  Staying on track when it comes to your finances can be difficult, especially when you don’t have a large budget but what happens in case of emergency? Maybe you get laid off from work or the roof on your house goes and needs to be replaced. No matter what the emergency is, it’s important …

When it comes to tidying up and getting organized, it is suggested that you get rid of items that you no longer use or need. If you are seeking a way to turn your used items from clothing, to appliances and sports equipment, into cash on hand, there are several options out there. If you …

  Summer isn’t far away and naturally it brings warmer weather and beautiful sunlight. While many look forward to t-shirt weather, beaches and beautiful gardens, others are dreading the rising electric bills that come along with it all. Thankfully, there are ways to keep your electric bill low during the summer months, it just takes …

  With summer just around the corner, many are preparing for pool parties, barbecues and fun. Little do many know though, summer isn’t just about tanning and warm weather. There are plenty of deals you can score during summer sales. There are several deals throughout the season that can help you stock up on things …

  Are you tired of the endless paycheck to paycheck cycle?  I know how you feel. I’ve been there. I’m here to help you though!  I want to help you reach the point in life where you are no longer living that paycheck to paycheck cycle and are instead blissfully saving and no longer stressing …

  Sometimes being a Mom can be difficult. Shopping with your children, trying to keep track of your finances, and hold it all together while you’re on the go can become overwhelming rather quickly. Whether you choose to forgo the store entirely and shop from home, or hit the mall with your little ones, there …

  Have you heard of passive income? Passive income is income that comes in from a source that you do not actively work on and it is sheer brilliance when you are looking to improve your financial life.  Are you looking to improve yours? Are you ready to finally be done living paycheck to paycheck? …

11 Money Saving Hacks With the new year, comes new expenses coupled with a new-found desire to save money. While saving money may seem difficult, it doesn’t have to be. In fact, there are many money saving hacks out there that can help you to improve your finances and save. Create a Budget – This …

  The holidays are the season for giving and spending inordinate amounts of time with friends and family. Unfortunately for many, tis also the season for overspending, financial hardship and a feeling of unpreparedness when the new year begins. Let’s face it, the holidays can get extremely expensive rather quickly. Especially if you haven’t taken …

An emergency fund is important to have but not so easy to save up for. It is common knowledge that everyone should have an emergency fund and with money being tight, that isn’t always easy. The truth is, while money may sometimes be difficult to come by, there are still ways to ensure that you …

    A pantry can be a crucial part to any kitchen. The truth is, it is meant to add organization, storage options and ease of access to the place you make meal magic happen. The problem is, that your pantry can become incredibly disorganized if it’s not taken care of properly. It doesn’t have …

  Having a good credit score is an important part of everyone’s financial future. Your credit score comes into play anytime you want to request a line of credit, apply for a credit card, a mortgage and more. If you have a negative credit score it can greatly impact your ability to own a home, …

      Gaining control over your finances is a lofty goal that everyone should try their best to achieve. No matter how much you make, saving money is a largely important aspect to healthy finances. Many people are stumped as to how they can save money and take control of their bank accounts. The …

  Summer is almost here and that means plenty of time for outdoor fun. The kids will be off school, the weather will be warmer, and the sun will be shining. Now might be the time you are wondering what you will do to keep your little ones entertained. Keeping the kids busy over the …

  Debt free is the way to be, but sometimes taking out a loan or charging something to a credit card is a necessity. When this happens, it’s important to pay it off as soon as possible. Unfortunately, high interest rates can make it nearly impossible to do so. When interest rates are high, making …

Stanislaw Mikulski | Shutterstock.com One of the best feelings in the world is doing what you love and making money doing it. Not a lot of people have the opportunity to make money doing what they’re passionate about it. Fortunately, if you’re zealous about any these hobbies, you can transform your hobby into money in …

Photographee.eu | Shutterstock.com   When you have a home office, it can be really easy to let those papers and bills stack up.  Add in all of your office supplies, and your home office quickly becomes a mess. That type of mess can get frustrating to have to look at and eventually deal with.  If …

Brought to you by Freshco. & TheCO. How to Eat on Less Than a Dollar a Meal with frugal living tips anyone can use.     A few years ago, when I was working in an office environment, my co-workers were discussing their food spending. Some were spending 400 a week on their family of …

The Pinery Provincial Park | Elena Elisseeva   Disclosure: This post is part of the YummyMummyClub.ca and Ontario’s Southwest Tourism #BeachInOSW sponsored program. I received compensation as a thank you for my participation. This post reflects my personal opinion about the information provided by the sponsors   We all dream of escaping to the beach; there’s nothing …

  Everyone knows that babies are expensive. I can’t even tell you how many times I was told the same thing during my first pregnancy. It was something I took as an unavoidable fact of life. I discovered after becoming a mom for the first time though, that it only has to be expensive if …