Goals can be a great motivator. A goal gives a person something to work for, a purpose, and a reason for continuing down a path when things get difficult. I've heard many motivational speakers refer to it as your, “Why.†Such a goal can be the … [Read more...] about Having a Financial Goal WILL Change Your Behavior
We've all heard suggestions as to how to calculate a proper tip based upon the amount of the bill. There are an infinite amount of opinions, and each person has to figure out where they want to fall on that spectrum. But what if even a … [Read more...] about Tipping Adventures: When 20% Just Isn’t Enough
In June I announced my mission to pay off $9,888.00 in debt by the end of the year. I'll be utilizing every means necessary to do it, including: Reducing weekly spending Re-starting my mystery shopping side hustle Pick up extra writing … [Read more...] about July Update: $10,000 Debt Repayment Update
The return address on the envelope indicated my rebate from Menards, a big box hardware store, had arrived. A few months ago I purchased a plastic, put it together yourself shed that was on sale AND had a $50 mail in rebate. I opened the envelope … [Read more...] about I Expected A Rebate Check, But Got A Merchandise Credit Instead
It's Summer, it's warm, and people are flocking to amusement parks. A day's admission into the park an hour's drive my my home is about $50 a person, and I'm sure the large well known parks charge more. Add in parking and food and a family day at the … [Read more...] about 6 Ways To Save Money On A Trip To An Amusement Park
There are two things that almost everyone wishes they had more of; time and money. I definitely share this perspective. When I find an opportunity to save time by combining two tasks together, I take it. When I find an opportunity to save money, I … [Read more...] about Save Money and Time With Lunch At A Convenience Store!
I put a pad of paper on the kitchen counter and told my son if he wanted anything specific to write it down. The following morning I'd be making a trip to the grocery to pick up soda, candy, snacks and anything else he wrote down on the list. My … [Read more...] about 3 Reasons I Gladly Buy $100 In Junk Food For My Teenager
We have a food home delivery person come to our home once every two weeks. They have some nice specialty products that either cannot be found at your average grocery store, or are better quality. After giving the salesperson my order last night, I … [Read more...] about 3 Reasons To Pay Attention To Your Debit Or Credit Card Expiration Date
