We all want to impress our best friend when her big day finally happens. The only problem is impressing someone we care about often comes with a huge price, especially when we know what she’s expecting out of a last blow out. Planning a bachelorette party can be a whole lot of stress, so don’t let your finances get in the way of the festivities. […] » Continue Reading

Every once in awhile you just need to take a break from it all and pamper yourself. The only problem is a little pampering can cost you a whole lot of money if you choose to visit the spa. Many spas are known for charging a lot for their relaxing services, but if you’re craving some time away there are numerous ways to save some […] » Continue Reading

Cellphones play a major role in today’s society. From keeping in touch with family and friends to making sure your on top of your work, cellphones ensure that you have a bit more control over your life. For many, the cellphone is a necessity, but the cellphone bill or phone itself can cost so much money that it isn’t right for the household budget. There […] » Continue Reading

Buying a new car can be a huge investment if you have never bought one alone. Many people tend to go into a dealership with high expectations and end up leaving with a slight case of buyers remorse and a car bill that won’t do the family budget any favors. There are, however, many ways that you can avoid leaving the car lot without a […] » Continue Reading

With the release date of two of the most talked about consoles just around the corner, it might be time to think about which one you plan on purchasing. The Xbox One and Playstation 4 have made news throughout the year with their insights as to what each console will bring to the table, so it might be hard to choose between the two ground […] » Continue Reading

Don’t stop in your tracks when your favorite stores start to display the Halloween isle. This seemingly expensive holiday can really make your month spectacular if you guard your spending and learn how to create an extraordinary holiday without having to buy the holiday fun. There are numerous ways in which you can take this holiday and turn it into a way to show off […] » Continue Reading

With October finally time to look forward to this year’s exciting snow season. In just a couple of weeks fresh snow will be waiting for you to make your mark in it! Skiing can be one of the most expensive vacations or hobbies if you don’t watch your spending carefully though. There are many ways to counteract the price so you won’t have to worry […] » Continue Reading

Technology seems to be an unending cycle that takes our money away and leaves us with a device we’re just going to have to replace in a few months. It isn’t that the products don’t work, or that we don’t love what we have, but the fact that we constantly feel the need to keep up with the market. This cost so many households thousands […] » Continue Reading

Every home looks amazing with a select few pieces of art to make the area seem more personal. For many, shopping for art is incredibly frightening as it seems prices for most pieces are designed for millionaire budgets. You don’t have to shy away from art prices though because there are actually many different ways you can pick up your signature pieces for a lot […] » Continue Reading

With school back in session and the cool winds inching in it can only mean one thing: football season. This season is beloved by so many in the country, but can be a pretty hefty burden on a fan’s budget if you aren’t careful how you spend during this exciting season. There are numerous things to take part in when the season makes it’s first […] » Continue Reading

Sewing is one of the most popular hobbies that has served to save numerous families a lot of money throughout history. Recently, sewing has become a little bit pricier due to many technological changes in the hobby. Where once people took to a needle and thread, now people can choose machines that do everything from hem pants to embroider incredible designs. With all of these […] » Continue Reading

Cold and Flu season brings a lot of misery to numerous households. Every year kids end up missing important lessons at school because there symptoms prove too much to handle and adults are forced to suffer through the illness in order to get work finished. This pain can lead to you spending too much money on cold relievers that won’t help you kick the cold […] » Continue Reading

Now before you think that this is an article about extreme couponing, like the popular reality show, it isn’t. It is an article on why you should consider purchasing everyday items in bulk and how you can save money by doing so. Interested? Read on! What is bulk? Buying bulk typically means purchasing several of one product. Many online stores require customers to buy products […] » Continue Reading

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone else jewelry can be one of the most expensive items you can budget out. If you aren’t careful you might find that you need to take out a small loan just to buy some of the pieces you have your eye on. Jewelry doesn’t have to be an expensive outing though. In fact you can easily find ways […] » Continue Reading

If you’re a plus-size woman, you know that it can be difficult to find clothes that fit you right AND look great on you. Prior to online shopping, choices were very limited and often it meant having to travel a distance to find a store that catered towards larger woman. Thankfully, you can now shop right at your fingertips and there are several great options […] » Continue Reading

With school back on track it is time to prep for the abundance of activities your student is going to want to take part in. Although some of these activities might be free for your children to partake it they can begin to take a toll on your energy level as well as the household budget. From filling up your tank to buying equipment to […] » Continue Reading

Whether actually enrolled in a dance class, or dancing around home pretending to be Cinderella, most little girls love to dance! If your little princess is taking dance classes, you probably have discovered that it can be a challenge finding decent places to shop for dancewear. It’s also challenging trying to figure out what size to buy. The following tips will help you know where […] » Continue Reading

It’s inevitable, at some point in our lives we have to make a move whether we like it or not. Moves can be incredibly stressful, especially if you are on a tight budget that offers no compromising. For many, the idea of a move is common and they have developed their own groove to get things done. However, for new movers the idea of moving […] » Continue Reading

With the beautiful summer weather preparing to go into hibernation you might find that your entertainment budget is about to make a pretty decent leap upwards. When it comes to entertainment most people don’t want to sacrifice their favorite pass times because of their budget. However, as time progresses entertainment becomes incredibly expensive and will leave you hurting for cash if you don’t know how […] » Continue Reading

More and more people are discovering the convenience of shopping online versus going to a store. With the cost of gas on the rise, you to factor in whether or not a shopping trip is worth the money spent on gas. If you’re limited on time, shopping online is a lot faster than roaming the aisles of a store and then standing in line to […] » Continue Reading

Every year we say we aren’t going to repeat the year before, but somehow we manage to get caught up in the sales and spend hundreds on a new wardrobe for each child in the home. Back to school clothes shopping doesn’t have to drain the kid’s college funds or put the family on a ramen diet for the next few months though. Actually, by […] » Continue Reading

We spend a lot of time on the road which can be pretty expensive when it comes to maintaining the parts of the vehicle. One of the major things affected by our road warrior nature is the wear and tear on our tires. When it comes to replacing these vital items you might freak out when it comes to the pricing. Tires are pretty expensive […] » Continue Reading

Whether you’re looking for a backpack for your child as he or she heads back to school or need a decent backpack for hiking, shopping online is the way to go. There’s no need to spend money on gas to travel to a store and then having to stand in line waiting to check out. With the following tips, you can find exactly what you’re […] » Continue Reading

Every summer panic sets in as the school supplies make their way out onto the main floor of your favorite department store. Pretty soon the school supply list will follow and your budget will have to be altered to get your children the items they need to succeed in another school year. Buying school supplies doesn’t have to be the panic it is made out […] » Continue Reading

Waking up in the morning could be rather tough without that surge of caffeine that we get from a cup of coffee. Many people around the world take pleasure in coffee throughout the day, but paying for this delicious treat can really have you hurting for money. When it comes to coffee a lot of people are okay with budgeting around the high prices so […] » Continue Reading

Furniture is one of the major purchases people have to make for their homes. When it comes to furniture you can either get what you want for a great price or you’ll end up spending money on something you won’t want for a long period of time. There are a few tricks that can help you stretch your budget a lot further than you could […] » Continue Reading

Everyone loves having a great pair of shoes that they can show off with their wardrobe, but let’s face it we can’t just stop at one pair. Shoes take up a major portion of our clothing budget which is why so many people feel they have a problem with their shoe addiction. If you know how to work the market then your shoe problem can […] » Continue Reading

Sunny San Diego is on so many people’s must see list, but California prices can be frightening when you start to plan out a budget. You will be amazed at the beauty you find in this coastal city and will be even more surprised at how little you will have to spend when you plan a trip to this location. San Diego is one of […] » Continue Reading

Beauty takes up a huge portion of our lives. Everyone wants to look amazing and feel great about themselves, which leads so many people to spend a lot of money on beauty products each easier. Your good looks shouldn’t control your budget though. With these easy tips you’ll enjoy the best look of your life without having to pay a whole lot of money for […] » Continue Reading

Many artist struggle to support the cost of their hobbies. For many, working as a professional artist isn’t feasible so they work hard to earn the money for the supplies they need to produce their art. Art students often have the same dilemma as they tend to have pay for books as well as expensive supplies just to satisfy their semester’s curriculum. There is an […] » Continue Reading

Who doesn’t have a childhood memory that involves spending time at the local carnival or fair? It seems that most people have gone to one or another at some point in their life and remember key moments that made them feel incredible. Usually, trips to the fair are limited to the summer and autumn months, but they still allow you to feel as if a […] » Continue Reading

Music Festivals make all of the sweltering weather and sunburns seem like nothing. Each year some of the most popular, and most obscure, bands come together to celebrate the love of music! With any luck you’ll be able to land some tickets and enjoy all of the good things that summer has to offer too you. Of course, if you’re on a tight budget you […] » Continue Reading

Everywhere you look there seem to be commercials for getting in shape and feeling better about how your body looks. Commercials can be persuasive, but you should always rethink spending the extra money before you purchase anything that you think will make your losing process easier. In fact, you don’t have to budget a lot of money just to get into the shape you want […] » Continue Reading

Any art major knows how rough framing pieces of art can be. From family portraits to classic art prints, framing can be one of the best ways to preserve your favorite images while allowing them to increase in value. However, if you don’t have the money to invest hundreds in the framing process you might not get exactly what you want out of your framing […] » Continue Reading

As the summer heat begins to rise, there is nothing that can soothe the discomfort quite like a pool in your very own backyard. Many people stray away from this route because they think having a pool can be too expensive for the family budget. There is, however, many different ways to help cut back on the cost of your pool, so you can easily […] » Continue Reading

If you can’t get past the theme park family vacation rut than you might want to check out the wonderful adventures you can have at Sea World. This amazing park combines the fun of an amusement park with the magic of an aquarium. Pricing might vary between these locations, but if you’re really booking to keep to a tight budget there are a lot of […] » Continue Reading

Traveling the world seems to be on many people’s bucket list, but so many fail to actually follow this dream because they think it will cost them too much money. When you begin to travel abroad the price tag may begin to look overwhelming if you don’t know some of the trick to eliminate a large portion of the cost. Whether you want to explore […] » Continue Reading

Computers are a major purchase for most households, which means upgrading can take a lot time to budget into the households expenses. This can be a problem when something bad happens to a computer and households can end up not having this important technology in their home for some time. There are many ways to avoid the high price of computers when you do need […] » Continue Reading

There comes a time when the kitchen just isn’t what we need in our home and the dreaded words of remodeling and budget tend to get thrown around a lot. This can be a scary time in any homeowner’s life and can take a whole lot of planning that might cause you to be at your wit’s end. One way to avoid a lot of […] » Continue Reading

The 4th of July is the first major holiday of the summer season which is why so many people want to go all out for this patriotic occasion. If you’re not care the party coast can start to add up without you even realizing it. Thankfully there is a great way to throw 4th of July parties without spending a whole lot of money. You […] » Continue Reading

Photography is becoming one of the most popular hobbies amongst teens and adults alike. One major problem with the hobby is that is can tend to be a bit pricey, which is why so many people don’t have the opportunity to use the best possible equipment when they make their art. There are a lot of ways around this problem though, so that everyone can […] » Continue Reading

We are all guilty of shopping online from time to time. With the busy lifestyles we all lead shopping online is one of the easiest, and sometimes cheapest, ways of finding what we need when we have little time to shop. Shopping online can be a problem for many people though. With shipping cost and so many options available to the public a lot of […] » Continue Reading

Everyone dreams of taking a trip or living in New York City at some point in their life. The truth is that this city is so intimidating because it is renowned for being one of the most expensive places on the planet. You shouldn’t let this stop your dreams though. If you really want to take in that NYC trip, or even plan on going […] » Continue Reading

The summer is one of the best times to head to the beach and soak up some sun with your family. This inexpensive vacation is one of the best choicest for families that are on a tight budget and don’ t want to have to deal with expensive surprise cost that will make the vacation a bust. With these easy to follow tips you can […] » Continue Reading

With the summer heat rising there is a good chance that you might be planning a visit to the salon to get a shorter and sexier hair style. Hair salons can take a lot out of your budget if you’re not careful about the services you accept though. There are a lot of salons that try to push as many services as possible on customers […] » Continue Reading

Being a working parent or a single parent can be rough, especially when you have to worry about the prices of childcare encroaching on your way of living. There are many childcare services that can actually cost you most of your paycheck if you aren’t careful! The best way to approach childcare is to not stress about money, but find the best facility or person […] » Continue Reading

One of the best things about summer is catching up with your family as you take to the great outdoors. Camping is one of the most popular family adventures and is a great way to connect with your kids while teaching them everything they need to survive in the wild. Of course, camping is one of the cheapest family vacations you can give to your […] » Continue Reading

Planning a trip to Las Vegas can be pretty complicated if you are worried about money. When it comes to this city everything is fast paced and if you aren’t prepared you might end up missing half of what you came to see. If you have big plans for you Vegas trip, but don’t have the budget to back it up then you are in […] » Continue Reading

Everyone loves to take a break from cooking and indulge in a fast meal from time to time. Although it might not be cost effective to do it all the time, every once in awhile it is a great way to change up the schedule and lift your spirits. Of course, sometimes you have to eat out due to traveling, working late or family emergencies. […] » Continue Reading

Summer camp can be one of the biggest experiences in a child’s life. For a few hours a day to a whole summer you child can learn the ropes of camping, canoe on a lake or even go to a camp that specializes in one of their interest like that computers or theaters. It is certainly hard to pass up a great experience like this, […] » Continue Reading