by Kati Kiefer | Dec 13, 2019 | Freebies
Did you know that you can get lots of Birthday Restaurant FREEbies? Most require that you join the companies email list, but there are plenty that allow you to show your Driver's License on your birthday day OR during your birthday month! That means these Birthday...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 13, 2019 | Disney
The Disney World Dining Plan has become a popular way to prepay for your meals before heading to the parks. Think of it like meal planning your vacation and prepaying for your food ahead of time. There are specific times when the Disney Dining plan can be an asset to...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 13, 2019 | Christmas
Do you and your family have fun family traditions for Christmas? In my family, it was reading The Night Before Christmas each Christmas Eve before heading off to bed. We would all sit down on the couch together, while my mom read it to us. As we got older, sometimes...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 13, 2019 | Disney
As an annual pass holder, I will be the first to tell you that I could spend an entire day in each of the parks, then go back to the same park for the second day and STILL not experience everything at that park. Disney vacation deals are there, you just need to...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 13, 2019 | Spend Less
I always joke with my husband that when we walk into the dollar store, armed with a couple one dollar bills, that we feel RICH! 🙂 But there are definitely items at Dollar Stores that, while only $1, are too expensive and can be purchased cheaper elsewhere. Consumer...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 12, 2019 | Budgeting
We’ve all been there before. Your credit card statement is staring you in the face and your checking account is just cents from zero. It happens. Time to revisit the household budget. And then you get mad at yourself for allowing your finances to get in this awful...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 12, 2019 | Christmas
After weeks, and maybe even months, of planning, shopping, baking, wrapping, parties, and holiday prep, it’s finally Christmas Morning. Did you give yourself a smart start to the day? By the time Christmas morning comes around, you may be exhausted and done with the...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 11, 2019 | Budgeting
When creating personal budget categories for your family, most people will start by either revisiting a previous budget they put together or by making a list of all their bills to figure out where money needs to be distributed. Budgets that are created based solely on...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 11, 2019 | Disney
When it comes to planning your trip to Disney, one of the biggest decisions you’ll likely make is where you will be staying. There are so many options that it makes picking something even more difficult. While you may save money by staying off-site, there are so many...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 11, 2019 | Spend Less
FREE Baby Diapers. Doesn't that sound crazy since they are so expensive?! Well, Momma, get ready to save money on your diaper expenses by getting FREE baby diapers! And since birthing and raising babies is so painful and expensive, can't we get something FREE out of...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 11, 2019 | Disney
A vacation to the happiest place on earth comes with a big price tag, and unless you win a free trip, there aren’t many ways to vacation at Disney for free. There are so many ways you can save money, get great deals, and ways to stretch every dollar on things to do in...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 11, 2019 | Budgeting
We’ve all used the excuse of “I don’t have enough money” when creating a personal finance strategy. I've been there myself, so I know where you’re coming from. It feels like no matter how much we plan there is never enough time or money to do all the things we want to...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 10, 2019 | Spend Less
It happens every week…another store closes and you hope it's going to have some crazy good deals that you can get before they close their doors. In fact, this past week, Winn Dixie announced that they are closing 22 stores by March 25th. Six stores are closing...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 10, 2019 | Budgeting
Whether you’re trying to pay off debt, or just getting your financial life in order, we all need an emergency savings fund. Emergency funds are so essential for financial stability. When the unthinkable and unexpected happens, instead of swiping your credit card and...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 10, 2019 | Budgeting
The idea of creating and sticking to a budget probably sounds pretty straightforward when you start the budgeting process. All you have to do is make a plan for where you want your money to go and then stick to it. Sounds pretty simple, right? But you can easily make...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 10, 2019 | Christmas
If you are having trouble finding a great gift for the Jedi in your life, there are plenty of choices for you to pick from this list of the best Star Wars Novelty Gifts around! No matter what your budget, you can make something yourself, or order it online and kick...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 10, 2019 | Spend Less
A spending freeze challenge is always a good idea if you’re looking to save money. However, you might be thinking that it also sounds like no fun at all. After all, what can you do when you can’t spend any money? As it turns out, there are a ton of free activities...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 9, 2019 | Christmas
Are you looking for some good deals after Christmas? Going shopping during the after Christmas sales is a big deal at our house. There are items that you just can't get cheaper any other time of the year. Oh, don't get me wrong, IÂ still shop on Black Friday and Cyber...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 8, 2019 | Budgeting
When it comes to creating a good budget, sometimes we make it harder than it has to be. Here's the thing, a good budget will not only tell your money where to go but help you stay on track, so you don’t overspend. While it is good practice to track your spending...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 7, 2019 | Couponing
We all want to be helping needy families in time. Especially this time of year when there is a chill in the air and it seems so sad that kids could be going to bed hungry or not receive anything for Christmas. When you use coupons, you can not only save money on all...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 6, 2019 | Spend Less
It may seem like an impossible task to organize a home and keep it organized. Though it would be ideal to invest in the perfect “Pinterest worthy” organizational contraption, it is not always financially reasonable. I'm looking for cheap storage. Luckily...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 6, 2019 | Disney
When it comes to visiting the most magical place on earth, your Disney Magic Kingdom tickets are probably going to be one of the top most expensive parts of your trip. Park tickets can sometimes run guests anywhere from $600 or more depending on how many are in your...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 5, 2019 | Couponing
Hurricane Irma just blew through my home town and most of the West Coast of Florida. People were without power for many days. My parents were without power for 5 days and they lost everything inside their refrigerator. Many people posted images of their refrigerators...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 4, 2019 | Disney
A Disney World vacation is an experience unlike any other. If you’re not careful, your trip to Disney could cost more than all the future trips you may take combined! A trip to Disney can drain your bank account without you even noticing! Between the treats throughout...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 2, 2019 | DIY
Does your laminate floor cleaner work well? The floors throughout my entire house look like wood, but they are actually a laminate. I love them because they are so strong. They don't show scratches and they are easy to clean. You know that I am a crazy cat lady and I...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 2, 2019 | Holidays, Spend Less
Gift Baskets For Women! Looking for a great Mother's Day Gift Idea? We've got easy and affordable Gift Basket for Women ideas that won't break the bank! Most of these items can be found at your local dollar store or Walmart! Use your creativity and your knowledge of...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 2, 2019 | Debt
Raising your credit score rating is a lot like losing weight. It’s not something that can happen overnight, and there is no such thing as a quick fix. Your credit score is determined by your past behavior and not just what you are doing presently to address it. So it...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 28, 2019 | Spend Less
How do you feel about pet ownership? A few years ago a Mommy friend of mine posted this Facebook Status Update on December 26: “Survived another Christmas without giving in to getting a Wii or another animal. Whew! How long can we make it?” And she is...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 24, 2019 | DIY
You know I have a big family with lots of kids and cats, and that means I am constantly trying to learn how to deodorize carpet and rugs… fast! Usually right before guests are about to stop by (because being prepared is no fun!). And usually, like the mad momma...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 23, 2019 | DIY
There are several furniture pieces in my home that I love, my leather sofa and my leather office chair. While they are great, they seem to get the most dirt, and I'll admit, coffee spills from me especially on my office chair. We paid the extra money to buy the bottle...
