Valentine’s Day can be expensive, and in an odd way- it can make such a romantic holiday feel really cheap with the rampant commercialism and the cliché marketing geared to make us want to spend.  Celebrating Valentine’s Day on a budget may seem unromantic, but it can be sweet without having to stress about your credit bill later.  If you’re not looking for gift guides…

With 2019 just around the corner, you may have a resolution to fix your finances. If 2018 left you in debt, stressed out, maxed out, freaked out or just ready for a change, read on. You would be AMAZED at what you can change in a year. The person you are today, does NOT need to be the person you are 12 months from now.…

This post is sponsored by Allstate. All opinions are my own. Did you know that Allstate just released 2018 America’s Best Drivers Report?   It was a fascinating peek to see who ranks up there as the safest cities to drive in, but no matter where your hometown ranks- all of us could drive more safely. It’s obvious that being safe and strategic with our driving…

Now that the Halloween decorations have been stowed away and the turkey has been eaten, it’s time to think about Christmas (or Solstice or Krampus – whatever). For those of us who are going to have a very frugal Christmas this year, it may mean that you’re making your gifts, creating experiences instead of “stuff,” or sneaking in with the stealth of a ninja to…

Looking to save money on holiday gifts? Look to these six tips on frugal gift-giving to help relieve some of your Xmas stress!…