Living debt-free means we have a lot more freedom than we once did. Here’s our story of how a big family in debt paid off their consumer debt and started to live debt-free. And stay that way. This is me, back in 2007 when debt and money troubles weighed on me heavily. We had been…
There are many approaches to paying down debt and gaining financial independence. Bryan and I have been debt-free since 2009. It took 18 months to pay off $18,000 in consumer debt. Here’s our zero based budget example that got us there. You hear the word budget all the time: budget-friendly this, budget-friendly that. I think…
Having money goals can be great motivation for earning and saving money as well as give direction in how you spend your money. But how do you set SMART financial goals? Money can be a huge stressor for a lot of people, particularly for couples and families. When Bryan and I were dating, we were…
See this girl? She was freaking out on the inside. You can kinda see it in the eyes. Not because she was turning 35, but because she finally realized her finances were not what they should have been. Yikes. Were they ever in the wrong direction! After six weeks without a paycheck, she and her…
Wondering how to travel and enjoy good things in life when your budget doesn’t exactly match up? Here are some strategies we used on our recent trip to Hawaii so that we could eat well but stay on budget. Bryan and I love to travel. It’s a shared passion of ours that we are hopefully…
A Breakfast Gift Box or Basket can be a great way to celebrate a special occasion, like birthdays, Mother’s Day, and Christmas or something as simple as Moving Day. Be sure to include favorite breakfast and brunch items as well as teas, coffee, and other fun morning beverages. Breakfast may be the most important meal…
Stuck for things to do on a day off? Monthly vacation days are a wonderful habit to develop. Learn how to plan budget-friendly vacay days so you can enjoy your free time a little bit more. Bryan and I love to travel. I think it was a test of our relationship very early on. We…
As a mom and a woman, you need to be prepared for anything. You never know what small items you or your kids are gonna need — not just for travel but for hopping around town. Check out this packing list of everyday essentials so that you’re prepared on the go. Whether you’re gone for…