Managing finances is crucial for single moms. As a single mom, you need to make sure you’re careful with how you’re spending money so having one income doesn’t reduce your quality of life or your child’s quality of life. Use the tips here to start rearranging your budget and really thinking about your finances so […]
Wedding Bells Are Ringing: 7 Wedding Expenses to Plan for in Advance
Whichever way you cut it, weddings are expensive. You can cut corners and save pennies here and there, but some things just cannot be done cheaply. These things have to go into a wedding budget to cover wedding expenses at the earliest opportunity to give yourself plenty of time to save up and avoid any […]
4 Tips for Creating a Household Budget and Sticking to It
American families have a tendency to live beyond their means. According to a study by USA Today the average US household now carries around $137,000 in debt, whilst the median household income is significantly lower than this, at around $59,000 a year. This is partly driven by rapidly increasing living costs, but it’s also down […]
Ways to Plan a Family Vacation on a Budget
Vacations can be an expensive time for families especially if you have a large brood. The costs can start to mount up, and unless you’ve done some preparation, there could also be some surprise money pitfalls along the way. However, if you’re looking to take the family on a well-deserved break, it doesn’t have to […]
Having The Holiday of a Lifetime on a Budget
When you hear the words holiday of a lifetime more often than not, you can begin to envisage it will cost a fortune. It is, however, possible to have a mind-blowing, unforgettable holiday without spending the GDP of a small country. Nova Scotia, Canada is on the ‘to-do’ list of millions of UK residents, but […]
5 Tips for Buying Kids’ Clothes on a Budget
5 Tips for Buying Kids’ Clothes on a Budget Buying clothes for your kids can be one of the most expensive parts of parenting. Just when you think you have your child’s wardrobe sorted out for the season, you find that they’ve outgrown everything you purchased so carefully. If you’re hoping to save money on […]