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
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
You might be surprised at how often you can drive the price down on consumer goods and services. Almost everything is negotiable; it’s just a matter of asking. While it might feel uncomfortable, it’s the only way to get the
If you’ve noticed your bills creeping up lately, you’re not alone! Summer can easily lead to increased spending. Even with planned expenses for vacations, dining out, and other summer activities, additional costs can sneak up on you. Electricity bills, for
Public libraries are underutilized resources in many communities. In 2015, nearly a decade ago, about half of Americans reportedly used the library within that past year. Through casual conversation, I’ve found that many of our peers haven’t had an active
A road trip is one of the best ways to experience and explore a destination. It’s immersive and fun, but it can also get pretty expensive if you’re not careful. Planning a road trip on a budget will help you
How has your grocery budget been impacted this year? Grocery prices, much like everything else, have escalated since COVID-19 hit. It’s been challenging for many around the country and the world to juggle finances, work, and other responsibilities. It was
Brian and I had an idea that a trip to Australia was a possibility this year. Even so, our plans came down to the wire. We didn’t give ourselves an official Green Light until nearly 4 weeks before departure. There
What does it mean to be financially stable? Financial stability means different things to different people. It’s subjective and personal. For some, it means holding down a good job and supporting oneself. Others define it as maintaining a debt-free lifestyle
Sometimes, I joke that I became a minimalist out of necessity. While there is a little truth to that, I have found that I actually prefer a minimalist lifestyle to one that celebrates excess. Minimalism is intentionally choosing to own