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Hi! We’re Brian and Liann, husband-and-wife creative duo and partners in crime. Join us as we build our own freedom. Discover personal finance tips, budget travel ideas, and home improvement adventures.
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Travel with Purpose: How to Practice Responsible Tourism and Support Local Communities
Travel and tourism is a global industry that significantly impacts destinations in both positive and negative ways. Although travel offers
Free Perks and Benefits: Discover the Value of a Library Card
Public libraries are underutilized resources in many communities. In 2015, nearly a decade ago, about half of Americans reportedly used
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From Disposable to Durable: Practical Ways to Minimize Planned Obsolescence
How often do you upgrade or replace your belongings? From electronics and appliances to vehicles, clothing, and more, it’s become clear that quality has decreased over time. At least, that’s what Brian and I have found in our experiences. Planned
Work on the Road: Secrets to a Successful Workcation
Though 60% of the American workforce works in-office, remote work has gained momentum in recent years. Full-time remote workers, in conjunction with hybrid employees, have come to value the flexibility, savings, and work-life balance that remote work allows. The workcation,
How to Save Money on Your Car Insurance Premium
Even before Brian and I received our policy renewal, we predicted that we’d be facing an increase in our car insurance premium. Everything else seems to be getting more expensive, so why not insurance? According to the U.S. Bureau of
Affordable Heat: The Best Tricks For Staying Warm At Home
The cost of staying warm at home this season looks like it’s going to be more than I care to spend. Increased gas and electricity rates are keeping us on our toes this year! Brian and I have been paying
10 Fun and Engaging Couple Activities for Better Communication
Effective communication comes in handy in all kinds of situations, especially when working towards a common goal or building connections with others. Whether your aim is to brush up on your charades skills for game night or just lookin’ to
Consume Consciously: How to Curb the Habit of Overbuying Groceries
Sooo…We’re not proud of it, but Brian and I have been guilty of overbuying groceries before. Lifestyle inflation gradually worked its way into our spending habits. The more our spending increased, however, the more evident it became that we were
52 Experiences Check-In: Q3 2023
Happy Fall! Who else is ready for cooler weather? It’s time for a change! I can’t wait to move on from this summer’s sticky and oppressive heat. Q3 2023 was jam-packed with a constant stream of activity. Over the past
Is the American Tipping Culture Out of Control?
Have you noticed any changes in the American tipping culture in recent years? It appears that there’s been an influx of touchscreens prompting patrons to leave tips. Consumers are currently facing tip requests for retail purchases, self-service experiences, cashier interactions,