Are you a blogger or someone who wants to start a blog? Have you been so wanting to join Elite Blog Academy but struggle with the price tag? I’m not ashamed to say that I couldn’t afford it either. That's right, I couldn't afford Elite Blog Academy either. (this post may contain affiliate links. … [Read more...]
7 Things You Can Do to Have Less Stress & More Money This Tax Season
February 5, 2018 by Leave a Comment
*This post was sponsored, and paid for, by MyFreeTaxes. All opinions are my own. It happens every year, yet somehow it manages to catch us by surprise, at least if you’re anything like me. And, whether you receive good news or bad news, I think there is always an element of stress lurking around. … [Read more...]
Smart Ways to Maximize Your Tax Refund
January 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
We are in the midst of the busy tax season. I have a love/hate relationship with tax season, but it is a season that can’t be avoided. Even if I am expecting a tax refund, this time of year still drives me crazy. Can you relate? Ideally, you won’t be getting much of a return. I say this because I … [Read more...]
5 Simple Truths to Smart Money Management
December 29, 2017 by Leave a Comment
This post was sponsored, and paid for, by SunTrust. All opinions are my own. As someone who has lived a money saving lifestyle and now lives debt-free, I have learned a lot about money management. Not all of it has been easy, but the things I’ve learned have brought me to where I am now. Using … [Read more...]
Spent Too Much on Christmas? Here’s Your Free Budget Help
December 27, 2017 by Leave a Comment
It can happen to the best of us. With as closely as I’ve watched my pennies over the years, it’s even happened to me! That’s right. We’re talking about overspending today. While overspending can happen at any time of the year, it is certainly a common problem during the Christmas buying spree. … [Read more...]
18 Things We Did to Become Completely Debt Free (Before Age 42!)
December 5, 2017 by 10 Comments
Are you drowning in debt? Are you skeptical to believe that it really is possible to become debt free while in your early forties? I will show you exactly how we did it, and you can, too. I will also tell you that we did it with a growing family that now includes eight children. Furthermore, for … [Read more...]
Your Holiday Game Plan For Less Stress
November 30, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the stress of the holidays every year? If you are like me, you might tell yourself that this is the last time you will greet the holidays as a disorganized mess. You probably find yourself vowing that next year will be different every.single.year. The thing is, if … [Read more...]
15 More Frugal Tips for Feeding Your Family
November 20, 2017 by 12 Comments
I have a family of 10 to feed and not a huge amount of money coming in. This means I have to make every penny count. How do I do this? All kinds of ways, and I love sharing my frugal tips with you so you can get the most of your money when it comes to feeding your family. Believe me, I understand … [Read more...]
Take Control of Your Holidays (Once & For All)
November 10, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The holidays can be an exciting time, but they can also be a stressful time, especially if we come into this bustling time of year behind the eight ball. And, it seems to happen every year, doesn't it? The stress, the strain, and the overwhelm. We can so easily become so stressed out about the … [Read more...]
8 Must Know Tips For Creating a Budget That Works!
November 3, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Creating a budget is a necessary part of maintaining a frugal lifestyle, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. However, a budget does need to be accurate. Without an accurate budget, your budget simple won't work. Before you get scared off by the word "budget," it is important to just think of a … [Read more...]
The Trick You Need to Know to Buy Chicken on the Cheap!
October 27, 2017 by Leave a Comment
As someone who has a family of 10 to feed, I can say that I have had to come up with every strategy possible when it comes to making the budget work - including how I buy my chicken. Smart grocery shopping is one of the keys to keeping the budget in check. In fact, did you know that many … [Read more...]
Refresh & Restore Your Mom Heart
October 17, 2017 by 2 Comments
You guys! I have what might me the most exciting news that I’ve heard in a very long time. Like maybe all year. I know you are going to find it exciting, too. There is a conference coming up in just over a week and it’s just for us moms…and it’s FREE. That’s right, you can attend this … [Read more...]
Why Amazon Prime Could Be Killing Your Budget
October 13, 2017 by Leave a Comment
I love all things Amazon, I really do. And, I love Amazon Prime even more. I’ve even written about Amazon before a few times. For instance, I wrote about why I always make room for Amazon Prime HERE, and I also compared Amazon with Costco in this post HERE. Today, however, I want to share about a … [Read more...]
Tailgate Foods Made Easy! {+ a Giveaway!}
September 30, 2017 by 70 Comments
*This is a sponsored post written by me for Save-A-Lot. All opinions are my own. Making awesome food when it comes time to cheer on your favorite team doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. In fact, when it comes to hosting a tailgating party, there are some things you can do to make the … [Read more...]
15 Essential Grocery Tips That Feed My Family of Eight for Only $250 a Month
September 22, 2017 by 20 Comments
The price of groceries has skyrocketed, and every penny counts. For me, this means that I have had to work harder and shop smarter to get good prices. Following are the most important tips I use to keep my grocery budget at $250 a month. As of right now, the baby is not eating foods so I have not … [Read more...]
