by Kati Kiefer | Aug 22, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
I went years only using liquid laundry detergent. I never realized that a powder detergent could be just effective and store longer than their liquid counterpart. Since powder detergent is easier to travel with than liquid, I decided it would be convenient to make one...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 22, 2026 | Spend Less, Vacations
If you've never traveled by train, I've got the best train traveling tips to peak your interest in this old way of travel. One of the downsides to road trips is that someone has to do the driving, and the driver rarely gets to see all the sights along the way! If you...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 21, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
What is the best liquid laundry detergent ever? Everyone has their favorite and unfortunately every single one has a pretty large price tag on it. The cost just adds to the torture since laundry is the never-ending chore. I was in need of a cheap homemade laundry...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 21, 2026 | Budgeting
Budgeting can seem hopeless when you're not making enough money, but that is even more reason to create one! It doesn’t matter if you’ve lost your job, you have too much debt, or you just don’t make enough money, either way, the bills still need to be paid. When there...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 21, 2026 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
Let's face it, every one of us has gone through a tough time or two and needed to make meals from the pantry. When the money runs out or the stores are out of supplies, we often head to our pantry to see how we can get by with what we have on hand. We all want to feed...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 21, 2026 | Spend Less, Vacations
As I've learned how to save money on travel over the years, I've learned some cheap flight tips along the way too. As James and I watch our kids grow, we really want to put more of our hard-earned money towards travel and making more memories with the family. If...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 20, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
While we all want to go a little greener these days, finding a natural fabric softener that doesn't cost an arm and a leg is quite difficult. Not only are the name brand bottles of softener so expensive, but all of the laundry products are so pricey! I have been on a...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 20, 2026 | Budgeting
Whether you've overspent early in the month, or you're spending more than you're making and adding to your credit card debt, it may be time to find some household expenses to put on the chopping block. While some of your unnecessary expenses may seem like they make...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 20, 2026 | No Spend
Whether you see each other every day or haven’t seen each other for months, having a weekend girl's get together with your girlfriends is a must no matter how busy you are. Just think about the idea of having your husband watch the kids for a weekend, no grocery...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 20, 2026 | Spend Less, Vacations
Heading to Busch Gardens Tampa anytime soon? I've got the best tips so you can save since theme parks can get expensive quickly. Once you've scanned your tickets, the expenses just keep coming! While we are usually Disney fans, we decided to have a day of fun at Busch...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 20, 2026 | Spend Less, Vacations
If you're looking for some of the best side hustles for some vacation money, you've come to the right place. Like the majority of society, if you're working a full-time job and still trying to make ends meet, a vacation may seem impossible. If you've been dreaming of...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 19, 2026 | Budgeting
Setting money goals for the year might seem simple enough, but achieving those goals isn’t as easy as it sounds. Knowing how you can stay motivated to reach your saving money goals is an essential step in actually achieving them. I struggle with remaining motivated,...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 19, 2026 | No Spend
Interested in doing a no-spending challenge? No spend challenges are a fantastic way to motivate yourself to save more money each month! I couldn’t believe the results that I got when I put a little effort into not spending my hard-earned money. These challenges break...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 18, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
Boys are dirty…I have 3 of them and their clothes were in need of the best laundry stain remover ever. I really can't believe how dirty they get! Sometimes I am just tempted to throw their muddy, stinky clothes in the trash. But that would be wasteful, and...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 18, 2026 | Budgeting
Whether you're trying to pay off debt or just getting your financial life in order, we all need an emergency savings fund or a rainy day fund. Emergency funds are so essential for our financial security. When a financial crisis and unexpected expenses occur, instead...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 18, 2026 | Spend Less, Vacations
Looking for the best way to save money for a vacation? Summer vacation might feel like a distant dream, but before you know it, your kids will be out of school and on summer break! If you’re daydreaming of laying on some remote beach, cutting a few of your expenses...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 17, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
It was her confrontation that led me to the best dryer sheets I could find. Although I love my mom dearly, she is a natural guru. She loves and uses all things natural and she confronted me about using dryer sheets. Since there are tons of chemicals in dryer sheets,...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 17, 2026 | No Spend
The No-Spend Challenge is used to help people save money during the month by choosing not to spend any additional money. Although saving money for a day or even for a weekend, can be hard, not being able to spend during an entire month can be brutal. Especially when...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 16, 2026 | Budgeting
Couple goals, we've all got them including how to manage money as a couple. You've probably already heard the statistics about money and marriage; “more than half of marriages end in divorce because of money.” And it's nothing to scoff at because money...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 16, 2026 | No Spend
A one-month spending freeze challenge is exactly how it sounds. The challenge is to not spend any additional money throughout the month. Many people choose to attempt this challenge to add to their savings, pay off debt, or save for a vacation. If you're interested in...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 16, 2026 | Spend Less, Vacations
If you're looking into taking a cruise, then you're gonna need these cruise tricks and tips so you can save more money from the start. Cruises, in my opinion, are the best bang for your buck vacations out there! In fact, it's such a good deal I've been trying to go on...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 15, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
We all know that I have boys…smelly, stinky boys and in order to survive another car trip I needed to find the best car air freshener with essential oils. On our recent car trip, we decided to stop for dinner and then get back on the road. A half hour...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 15, 2026 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
The first thing you need to do to get the best deals at a drug store is to choose a 24 hour pharmacy. When I first started couponing I would meet up at a 24 hr pharmacy with a coupon buddy. We did this late, after the kids went to bed because I could leave them with...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 15, 2026 | No Spend
If you've never done a spending freeze before, then these spending freeze tips are for you! A spending freeze can be a great way to reduce your spending and give your savings a quick boost. You might not realize how much those little expenses add up, and before you...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 15, 2026 | Spend Less, Vacations
Need some vacation food ideas so that you can save money? Well, you've hit the jackpot! When you’re on vacation, the cost of food can take a bite out of your vacation budget. Whether you're stopping for food on the way to your final destination, or dining at a local...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 14, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
I needed a homemade fabric refresher with essential oils like last week because my car became so smelly. My boys get smelly, very smelly. They play disc golf outside in the Florida heat. And then they get rained on and they accumulate mud as well. So not only do they...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 14, 2026 | No Spend
If your food cabinet pantry is a little bare and your spending freeze is coming up, then it's time to come up with a game plan to get it in shape. When you are attempting a No Spend Challenge to try to save some extra money during a month, it is a good idea to prepare...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 14, 2026 | Spend Less, Vacations
Checking bags for flights can be a real pain in your wallet. Checked baggage fees seem to go up every time you take a flight, and some airlines charge up to $50 per bag! If your family of four checked just one bag each, you’d spend $200 before you even got to your...
by Kati Kiefer | Aug 13, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies
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 | Aug 13, 2026 | Grocery Savings, Reader Favorites, 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...
