by Kati Kiefer | May 20, 2019 | Spend Less
A no spending month might sound like more hassle than it’s worth. If you have a difficult time controlling your spending, a no spend month challenge might sound like setting yourself up to fail. One of the biggest reasons most people won’t do it is because they’re too...
by Kati Kiefer | May 17, 2019 | Spend Less
If you are contemplating postponing your honeymoon until months after your wedding, then this article is for you. Many couples choose to delay their honeymoon for many different reasons. Whether you are trying to make this decision due to finances, scheduling, or to...
by Kati Kiefer | May 17, 2019 | Featured Articles, Spend Less
I’ve always believed that the grocery budget is one of the most flexible categories in your budget. So here’s how to save money on groceries. There are so many things you can do to lower your grocery budget, and maximize your savings. I spoke about this...
by Kati | May 16, 2019 | Spend Less
When you’re in college, every little bit of money that you can save counts. Luckily, a lot of companies understand that college kids are looking for ways to save their hard-earned cash, and they have provided you with many options for saving that are only available to...
by Kati | May 15, 2019 | Spend Less
If you have a desire to allow your kids to go to college and an empty bank account, don’t worry. You are actually among the majority of college applicants out there today! In fact, more than 60% of all incoming freshmen failed to plan for college. A mere 11% of...
by Kati | May 14, 2019 | Spend Less
College can be a rough time in many young adult lives. Trying to manage to live on your own, keeping up with your studies and finding ways to make money to survive can be a huge task. Instead of reaching for another box of ramen noodles you can take some time to do...
by Kati Kiefer | May 13, 2019 | 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...
by Kati | May 13, 2019 | Spend Less
The electric bill. Next to your mortgage and car payment this is likely one of your largest monthly expenses. Did you know that the average household spends over $2,000 a year on our Electric Bills?! That’s a lot of money! And since I live in Florida, my...
by Kati Kiefer | May 13, 2019 | Spend Less
Congratulations on your wedding! This must be such an exciting time for you! And while I’m sure you’re ready to pack your bags and head away on a romantic adventure, I want to make sure you’re prepared for the costs involved. I know, it’s a bit of a bummer, but when...
by Kati | May 10, 2019 | Spend Less
I can honestly say that I think my Amazon Prime account is worth every penny. Get the most out of Prime with these other benefits that will save you money! Just think, Sam’s Club and Costco Memberships are not uncommon, and we pay for them each year. Why do we...
by Kati Kiefer | May 10, 2019 | Spend Less
In the 20 years we’ve been married, I can only list a handful of times when my husband James and I were able to get away by ourselves for a fun couples weekend. Attempting to travel while you are on a budget can be challenging. If you are in need of a getaway...
by Kati Kiefer | May 9, 2019 | Spend Less
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 Gardens Tampa. The day was fantastic, without the expensive guilt trip. From your...
by Kati | May 8, 2019 | Spend Less
Whether you’re looking to save money on your next road trip, or just want to reduce your expenses, don’t overlook your fuel costs. If you own a car, especially one that doesn’t get very good gas mileage, then you know how much a full tank of gas can...
by Kati | May 7, 2019 | Spend Less
Between keeping up with the kids school and sporting functions, keeping our homes semi-neat, running errands, and cooking meals, and in my particular case, running a home business, it’s hard to take time to treat or spoil yourself. Take it from me, in order to...
by Kati Kiefer | May 6, 2019 | Spend Less
Every day there is something in our home that requires cleaning, and as a result, we use up a lot of cleaning solutions and supplies. Those dusters, wipes, and sprays cost a LOT and since they don’t last forever it’s a vicious cycle that can waste money....
by Kati Kiefer | May 3, 2019 | Spend Less
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 rates. All the sudden you find yourself wondering how on...
by Kati | May 3, 2019 | Spend Less
Saving money might not be nearly as difficult as you think. 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 harder. Here are my best online shopping hacks...
by Kati | May 2, 2019 | Spend Less
Have you ever felt that panicky feeling when you notice that you have only a few little squares left on the roll and you know there are no backup packages of toilet paper in storage? YIKES, right?!! When bath tissue deals aren’t plentiful, or you are in a...
by Kati | May 2, 2019 | Spend Less, Wedding and Honeymoon
The average wedding costs thousands of dollars ($24,000 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 Kiefer | May 1, 2019 | Spend Less
Saving money keeps getting harder these days but turning those printed receipts into money has never been easier! You may have seen some information about the Fetch app before, but never really thought that much about it or were willing to try it. Well, it’s the...
by Kati Kiefer | May 1, 2019 | Spend Less
Moms are busy ladies, and this can mean that a spa day for mom is usually out of the question. If your mom is a busy woman, but you would still like to treat her to a relaxing day at the spa, you can do it on a budget! Having a spa day at home can be an excellent way...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 29, 2019 | Easter, Spend Less
If you are looking to avoid the sugar overload of Easter this year, you will find plenty of non-candy treats here! Regardless of your child’s age, these ideas range from toddlers to teens! It is possible to create a candy free Easter basket with these great non-candy...
by Kati | Apr 26, 2019 | Spend Less, TRUE Deals
I always joke with my husband that when we walk into the dollar store, armed with a couple one dollar bills, 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 Reports...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 26, 2019 | Spend Less
Want to be a saver? My grandmother was one of the most frugal people I knew. She knew how to stretch a dollar and pinch a penny by necessity and by choice. She made being a saver look so easy! The lessons I learned from her growing up not only shaped me into the...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 24, 2019 | Spend Less
When you’re on a vacation or business trip, the last thing you want to worry about is how you are going to get from the airport to your hotel. Many hotels have their shuttles to and from the airport, and with rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft available in...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 23, 2019 | Spend Less
Saving money isn’t always about how to find deals on clothing or how to save on your energy bills, although those are all good things. Many times, it’s about making the things you have last longer and therefore stretching your dollar. The longer your things last, the...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 22, 2019 | Spend Less
Doesn’t it seem like everyone you know is taking a vacation? When you’re on a tight budget, it can feel like everyone else is traveling and seeing the world, except for you! The truth is that you don’t have to have a high paying job or go into debt to be able to...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 19, 2019 | Spend Less
If you were tempted to splurge while at home, just wait till you’re on vacation! While you’re on break, the last thing on your mind is how much money is left in your wallet until there is none. Vacations are not that far out of reach, even if you are working on a...
by Kati | Apr 19, 2019 | Spend Less
Last year it dawned on me that it had been a long time since James and I had a true and honest date night. This was something I was determined to change and even made it a part of my goals for the new year. Prior to this, date nights kind of slipped by the wayside. We...
by Kati Kiefer | Apr 18, 2019 | Spend Less
If you’re like me, you’re astounded by the price of a college textbook nowadays. I mean, come on! You’re already paying for room, board, tuition, and now you get slammed with these ridiculously expensive textbook costs? There needs to be a better way. And, lucky for...
