by Kati | Oct 5, 2021 | Debt
Paying off debt can be an incredible life changer. No more worry about having enough money at the end of the month. No more frustrating bills coming in the mail showing how much money you're spending on interest, and wasting, because you used someone else’s money....
by Kati | Oct 5, 2021 | Black Friday
Black Friday is easily the best shopping day of the year but it can easily become the most overwhelming…that's why you need to read this Black Friday Shopping Guide! Almost every retail store participates in some kind of sale to try and win your purchase. That's...
by Kati | Oct 4, 2021 | Budgeting, Spend Less
Everyone encounters a time when you have to use budget savers to make the money you have last until it replenishes and the budget resets. It's usually when you’ve decided not to spend any money for a short period (by doing a spending freeze), or there just isn’t...
by Kati | Oct 4, 2021 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
Aldi is seriously one of the best places to shop for cheap groceries and great Aldi products! The downside is that they don’t take coupons unless they put out a store coupon which is rare. This means that unless you have a few rebate apps on hand, there are very few...
by Kati | Oct 4, 2021 | Grocery Savings
Baby diapers can easily be your biggest expense for the first 2-3 years of your little one’s life, so it's important to learn how to save money on diapers. It’s a necessity that you keep buying until they are potty trained (which for each of my four children was right...
by Kati | Oct 4, 2021 | Debt
There is no such thing as a quick fix when it comes to paying off your debt including debt reduction services. However, debt reduction services can feel like a dream come true during tough times. Kind of like a Fairy Godmother that can wave her wand and make our...
by Kati | Oct 4, 2021 | Black Friday
All deal seekers know that one of the best shopping days of the year is Black Friday. Can you believe Black Friday is just a few short weeks away? It seems crazy! I am a seasoned Black Friday shopper and have even started shopping Thanksgiving morning (online) to...
by Kati | Oct 3, 2021 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
A common question I receive is if I have any Aldi shopping tips. And I love shopping at Aldi, so I have some insider secrets you are gonna love. Aldi is a hidden gem of a grocery store that you might overlook because they don't accept any manufacturer coupons. But...
by Kati | Oct 3, 2021 | No Spend
One of the main reasons people spend money is not out of necessity, or even want, but they don't have productive things to do when bored! If you are working with a tight budget this month (or maybe every month), then spending money “for fun” is just not in the cards...
by Kati | Oct 3, 2021 | Spend Less, Wedding and Honeymoon
The average wedding ceremony costs thousands of dollars ($34,000 to be precise) and aside from your home and cars, it will probably be the biggest expense of your married life! If you could shave a few hundred to a few thousand dollars off of your wedding bill without...
by Kati | Oct 3, 2021 | Holidays, Spend Less
Decorating your house with fall decor can be an expensive endeavor. And with the fun Pinterest projects available, the more DIY projects you can make will save you money. I’ve found that a combination of shopping at the Dollar Store and knowing how to save when you...
by Kati | Oct 3, 2021 | Black Friday, Spend Less
Saving money online might not be nearly as difficult as you think with these online shopping hack ideas. With a few key insider tips from someone who shops online all the time, you could save thousands of dollars each year, and make your hard-earned cash work much...
by Kati | Oct 2, 2021 | Grocery Savings, Spend Less
If you are trying to save more on groceries, let me teach you how to make a grocery price book. Do you realize that you typically purchase the same 20 items for your family over and over again each week? The milk, the meat, the Kraft Singles, etc. And yes, those items...
by Kati | Oct 2, 2021 | Debt
Many factors play a big role in your credit score including your debt ratio. When it comes to your finances, your debt ratio can ruin even the best financial situation. It can ruin even more than that. Your debt ratio will not just affect your ability to spend, but it...
by Kati | Oct 1, 2021 | Recipes
Slow Cooker Chicken Burritos with Cheese Sauce Gather friends and family for this dinner — you'll be able to feed them all since it serves 16! Because the chicken is cooked in the crock pot, you won't have to spend much time in the kitchen preparing it either. ...
by Kati | Oct 1, 2021 | Debt
How to pay off debt with no money. Getting out of debt isn’t easy, and it can be even more difficult if you find yourself without much money to spare. Even if you are living on an extremely tight budget, you can still pay off your debt. Because, truthfully, no matter...
by Kati | Sep 29, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
There's just something about some vintage glass cake stands that I absolutely love. Glass is timeless and there are so many uses to cake stands that go way beyond just holding a cake. But who wouldn't want a big, beautiful chocolate cake on a vintage glass cake stand...
by Kati | Sep 28, 2021 | Meal Planning
We all love real healthy recipes but they can be hard to come up with daily. If you want to save money on your meals, then meal planning is a key way to do so. To be honest, I hate to meal plan. But my family loves to eat (and so do I). I’ve found that Freezer Cooking...
by Kati | Sep 28, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Painting plates is not as hard as you think it is. You don't even need an art degree to make these Celebration Plates! I've found a great way to make some simple painted plates that don't take a lot of time or talent to do. You can produce these easy painted plates in...
by Kati | Sep 28, 2021 | Recipes, Slow Cooker
We love our Crock Pot. Even during the warm summer months…just pair whatever you cook with a nice crisp salad and it won't feel so “warm”. For this recipe instead of using lots of veggies in our crock, we used a bunch of citruses to pair with the...
by Kati | Sep 27, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Are you excited to learn how to make a super easy and fabulous DIY Tile Serving Tray? Now I know what you are thinking…a serving tray? Yes! Not only are they incredibly functional as a real tray, but they are great items for organizing and super helpful at...
by Kati | Sep 26, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Blank tea towels are so versatile. They not only look fresh and clean, but they wash up and hold up well too. But the best thing about them is you can customize them to make great gifts! Who doesn't love a customized gift?! I know I sure do! Originally used in the...
by Kati | Sep 25, 2021 | Meal Planning
A weekly Meal Plan Template can make such a big difference when you are feeling overwhelmed by the simple task of getting dinner on the table. You can download my free weekly meal plan template right here, but I suggest that you also read through the tips for how to...
by Kati | Sep 25, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
It may sound kinda crazy, but vanilla extract makes a wonderful gift. Expecially for someone who has it all. It's one of the easiest things to make and it can be given any time of year. But what's so great about it, is that the process for making the homemade vanilla...
by Kati | Sep 25, 2021 | Spend Less
This is my personal story about how to save money on cable by CUTTING IT OFF!! When James and I moved into our first house and we had to move the cable from our apartment to our new home, I got into a price war with the cable company. And I can be stubborn. So we went...
by Kati | Sep 24, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love Pyrex baking dishes? Not only are they so easy to use and to clean up, but they can make great gifts too! Did you know that you can glass etch them? You can! That's why I decided to make this DIY etched casserole dish for a gift this year! And this...
by Kati | Sep 23, 2021 | Back To School, Meal Planning
Do you need some lunch meal prep ideas? Before I had children, I never really realized how much time I was going to be spending in the kitchen… making lunches.With four kids all going in multiple directions it can quickly become a daunting task. While we homeschool...
by Kati | Sep 23, 2021 | Christmas, DIY, homemade-gifts
Don't you just love using a Glass Pitcher for holidays and dinner parties? Having one just for water feels very fancy. I fill it with lemon or orange slices and it looks so pretty. But the prettiest ones I've seen lately are glass etched with a monogram. Oh, my! I...
by Kati | Sep 22, 2021 | Spend Less
Have you ever done a 52 week money saving challenge? I am a huge proponent for saving money. Especially when it's easy and fun. When I realized that my family could save over $600 by simply collecting pennies… I was wholeheartedly on board! You might have seen...
by Kati | Sep 22, 2021 | Meal Planning
Do your food challenges at home consist of boring meals and the temptation to eat out? Eating out is expensive, especially when you have a family as big as ours. Even though I've found many ways to save when we do eat out, it can still be one of those items that bust...
