What’s Next? Paying Off Debt is NOT the End Goal
Someone recently asked me what I plan to do once my student loans are paid off. I said something vague about buying a house, and the conversation made me realize that I don’t spend that much time thinking about what comes next. When our student loans are gone, then...
4 Ways to Find an Affordable Vet
As veterinary medicine has advanced, most vet hospitals have purchased expensive equipment in order to provide critical care for seriously ill pets. These days, it’s not uncommon for dogs with cancer or other fatal diseases to receive chemotherapy, highly specialized...
Month in Review: September 2016
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I only promote products that I truly believe in. I like to plan things in advance. I write my posts ahead of time whenever I can, and this post was no different. I had a cheerful draft of this post all ready to go - I...
Shopping for a New Car? Here’s How to Find the Best End of Year Deals
Auto makers have always had a calendar year of their own that rarely if ever, squares with the January to December calendar year observed by the people they hope to count as customers. Model year 2017 cars are already arriving in dealership showrooms. And, though...
3 Things I Still Splurge On While Paying Off Debt
The hubby and I are paying off $117,000 of student loan debt in three years on entry-level salaries. This forces us to live an extremely frugal lifestyle. People often ask me if there is anything I do splurge on. I rarely splurge, but there are a few things I...
#Minsgame Part 1
I recently went to my friend Heather’s house for the first time, and seeing her house inspired me to start the Minsgame challenge. Heather lives in a 720 square foot home. A lot of homes this size might seem cramped, but Heather’s didn’t. Why? Because she’s a...
Month in Review: August 2016
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I only promote products that I truly believe in. August has been an interesting month with a lot of ups and downs. The weather has been cooling off a little bit (which is odd for August, but I love it). I'm excited...
10 Best Career and Lifestyle Blogs for Women
There are many negative stereotypes about millennials. We’re often classified as lazy, entitled, and immature. I don’t agree with these stereotypes. Of course, there are a few millennials out there who fit these stereotypes, but there are more who don’t. Many...
5 Strange Things That Happen When You Blog About Personal Finance
I love blogging. It’s interesting, rewarding, and often opens my mind to new and different perspectives that I hadn’t considered in the past. I also enjoy feeling like I’m making a difference in other millennials’ lives. Reading personal finance blogs inspired me...
Frugal Travel Guide: 10 New Orleans Musts for Under $10
*Disclosure: This guest post is sponsored by FUHWE. So, you’re traveling and you’re looking for an exciting but affordable New Orleans tour. You’re in New Orleans for a few days or even longer and want to explore. The Big Easy never has a shortage of good times. But...