by Kati Kiefer | Dec 5, 2021 | 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 5, 2021 | Spend Less, Vacations
You’re probably excited about getting ready to go on a much-needed family vacation and now the process of getting your vacation on budget starts. Do you actually know how much you need to save to have the best time possible? The last thing you want is to get to your...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 5, 2021 | 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 | Dec 4, 2021 | Budgeting
I know what you're thinking…how to achieve big goals for your finances already seems daunting. Until this point, I had never shared my goals with you. Can you believe it? I started my frugal living journey long ago because I wanted to live a more meaningful life...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 3, 2021 | Budgeting
How do you go about planning for your financial future? Think back to five years ago. Are you where you wanted to be now? Do you even remember where you wanted to be five years ago? This is perhaps one of life’s hardest questions since a lot can change in just five...
by Kati Kiefer | Dec 3, 2021 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
Did you know that food is the third largest household expense families spend money on? Even the thriftiest people are still averaging a spending of $568 per month. Whether your family is big or small, we’re all looking for ways to save money on groceries. So how do...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 30, 2021 | Meal Planning
When it comes to meal planning, we tend to stick with our same old dinner rut recipes. After a while, even my most exciting recipes start to get a little boring. But, there are a ton of places you can go for some fresh new dinner ideas, but having so many options can...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 29, 2021 | Meal Planning
How to organize recipes for your meal planning purposes can be just as important as meal planning itself. Since meal planning can be an excellent way to save money and keep your family from eating out, it’s important to be organized. However, sitting down at the...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 28, 2021 | Meal Planning
Meal planning can be an overwhelming process if you aren’t sure where to start especially if you're looking for meal plans your family will love. If you’re feeling clueless when it comes to the groceries you’re bringing home, you’re in good company. Many people end up...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 26, 2021 | Spend Less
What would you do if you had an extra $10,000 (yes, TEN GRAND) in your pocket today? Just think of what an additional $10,000 a year could do for your family. A few simple changes in your shopping habits can really add up to some BIG savings. With these how to save...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 26, 2021 | Meal Planning
Are you ready for a boost to your meal planning with these free meal planning apps? Meal planning can sometimes feel like an art form that you cannot master. Meal planning apps to the rescue! Whether you are trying to find meals to fit your diet, lifestyle, or feeding...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 26, 2021 | Grocery Savings, Holidays
Have you made your Thanksgiving feast menu yet? Thanksgiving is almost here! But don't panic! I'll show you how to save money on your Thanksgiving dinner! Thanksgiving is one of the most anticipated meals of the entire year. No pressure. But that doesn’t mean you have...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 25, 2021 | Spend Less
So you may have seen those silly 365 Day Money Saving Challenge, and they sound all glamorous (but this penny challenge is different!). When they say “Save Over $1,000 this year!”…but is it really feasible? When you look at the nitty gritty detials...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 23, 2021 | Spend Less
Need to reduce car insurance rates? Well, then read on. So, you’ve bought a car, and everything seems great. It gets you from A to B, has excellent gas mileage, and is the perfect color for your personality! And then suddenly you get hit with crazy high car insurance...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 23, 2021 | Meal Planning
Whether you are trying to commit to eating at home more, or just want to cut down on your cook time, meal prepping is one of the best ways to help you out in the kitchen. When life gets crazy, I can be sure that I’ll still have a way to get dinner on the table in just...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 22, 2021 | Spend Less
Healthcare these days can be a nightmare especially when we all need to save money on healthcare. Then there's the confusing choices. What policy should you choose? How can you save the most money? What is covered? It’s like a maze that almost makes you need a doctor...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 22, 2021 | Meal Planning
Healthy families require healthy food. So eating healthy and staying on a budget is no easy feat. In fact, most people complain that eating healthy is just not possible with their budget. That’s where a Meal Plan is the game-changer for healthy families. Because you...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 21, 2021 | Meal Planning
We all know that we try to save more on our grocery bill since groceries are expensive. If you have a large family, this can be especially true. If you are trying to save more on your weekly or monthly food bill, a fundamental strategy is proper meal planning. When...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 21, 2021 | Holidays
Are you excited to start prepping and planning your Thanksgiving family dinner menu? Me too! But then I worry about how much food I should buy in order for everyone to have enough and for us to eat. But then I don't want to have too much leftover food that we'll be...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 20, 2021 | Meal Planning
You would create a daily or weekly to-do list to help you stay on track for the week, so why wouldn’t you make healthy plans for eating? Meal planning can not only help you stay on track while trying to eat healthy, but it can help you save time and money in the...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 20, 2021 | DIY
After making this DIY organic lip balm for my family as a creative (and wildly successful) Christmas Present, I thought it would be fun to share with you how easy and inexpensive it is to make your own Organic Lip Balm (aka chapstick). You can whip up a batch in about...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 19, 2021 | Meal Planning
When it comes to taking care of my family, I thought creating large family meal plans would take forever. One of the most challenging jobs I have is trying to find a creative solution for dinner each night that I can actually cook. Then, once I’ve finally come up with...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 19, 2021 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
Do you know how to save money on groceries to the max? I've always believed that the grocery budget is one of the most flexible categories in your budget. Despite it being so flexible, our grocery budget is often one of the highest line items in our budget as well, so...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 18, 2021 | Meal Planning
Sometimes food gets a little bit complicated and you need the best meal prep ideas for picky eaters in order to meal plan successfully. When your food preferences don’t match the people you cook for, things can get challenging. And that’s when you can use some picky...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 18, 2021 | Christmas
Despite our best planning and intentions, by the time the Christmas season rolls around, our bank account is squeezed just too thin. If you are on a tight budget this holiday season, you can still create an enjoyable and even a magical Christmas season for you and...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 17, 2021 | Christmas
Is your house holiday celebration central? Our house is too! Everyone always gathers at our house for all the holidays. The holiday season can be a time of unexpected events and expenses, instead of being very merry and bright. They can also leave you and your wallet...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 17, 2021 | Christmas, DIY
Are you looking for a DIY holiday centerpiece vase project for Christmas? One that also is very cheap to make? You're in the right place! With Christmas right around the corner, we're sure you’re preparing your home with all the Christmas decor, Christmas trees,...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 16, 2021 | Meal Planning
What busy moms really need is stress-free meal prep. If you’re a busy mom or dad, then here’s your guide to stop stressing about your dinner menu. When it comes to getting dinner on the table, I’ll do just about anything to make it go by faster. With little ones...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 16, 2021 | Christmas
Hanukkah and Christmas are two very special holidays. Christmas is my absolute favorite holiday, and I look forward to the holiday season each and every year. Just a few short years ago was the first year I'd ever celebrated Hanukkah with friends who are Jewish. Our...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 16, 2021 | Christmas, DIY
Are you needing some cool Christmas gifts? It’s getting down to the wire for Christmas shopping, isn’t it?! And I honestly think the closer it gets the less creative my brain gets also! Thankfully for both of us, I wrote this article when I was of sound mind before...
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