After working through Dave Ramsey’s Baby Steps, I was looking for “what’s next?” and discovered the F.I.R.E. community (Financial Independence, Retire Early). I have learned so much and we as a family are making huge strides towards reaching our financial goals. But, to really tackle and track our…
Getting out of debt or lowering your total debt obligation is incredibly freeing! This year, consider making the New Year’s resolution to get your finances in order. Use our printable debt payoff tracker and learn how to refinance your loans to get motivated to take control of your…
When I was a new mom with two little boys under foot, life insurance was the last thing on my mind. But after taking a course on money management and as we started to pay off our debts, we quickly started to understand the importance of a term…
Did you know nearly half (49%) of households still live paycheck-to-paycheck? If you’re in that category, or just barely getting by, just know there is hope. Applying a little hard work and being willing to learn new skills while applying useful services can help you take control of…
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Shell and their Fuel Rewards® Program, in which I was compensated. All opinions are my own. Gas is one of those necessities of life, right up there beside that weekly gallon of milk, loaf of bread, and pack of diapers….
The convenience of online shopping has completely changed the way we shop, hunt for deals, and save money for our families. It’s easier than ever to find incredible deals online, if you know where to look. But the hunt for a coupon code is frustrating and often leaves…
This conversation is sponsored by BusyKid. All opinions are my own. Money is a powerful tool that can propel our children forward to independence and confidence. On the other hand, not understanding how money works and having a financial understanding can cripple our children as they spend, get…
Renting can be a great option for a lot of families as they build up savings and figure out where to eventually settle in and purchase a first home. However, in the past, renting didn’t help you build your credit and could make it harder to show your…
This post is sponsored by Staples. All opinions are my own. Hello, tax season! Do you dread it or dream of it? Will you owe the government this year or are you looking forward to a nice big refund check? Ever since I started blogging and adding a…
Raise your hand if you love saving money!!! I don’t know about you, but I always feel such a high saving even just a few dollars with each shopping trip. Although there are many different ways to shop and save, New York Time’s bestselling author, Nicole Lapin, has…
Life always bring unexpected challenges – a flat tire, an emergency doctor visit, an unexpected bill. Whatever it might be, there are times when we need to earn some money – quickly – to help us stay afloat. I’m sharing my favorite easy ways to save $500 in…
This post was sponsored by State Farm®. For more information on the best financial services for your family, please visit or call a State Farm agent. Over the past few months, my husband and I have discussed our desires to start saving for our children’s education. Not knowing where…