Find all the money-saving tips and advice on getting out of debt and staying out of debt.
I know that this entire process can seem completely overwhelming, especially if you are following a lot of debt-free community accounts who are paying off huge amounts of money — and you don't have huge amounts of money. It can be discouraging.
Read MoreIf you're bringing home a steady paycheck, but you're finding yourself with more month than money, it's easy to ask: Where is my money going?
Let's look at some places where your budget might be leaking. SO let's unpack this together and not only look at the bigger picture but take control of it.
Read MoreSo what do you do if you’re spouse is a spender? Well today I am going to share some things that helped us.
Read MoreI say all the time, but it’s true: saving money isn’t always about the huge things you do, it’s often about the small changes you make that have a HUGE impact. Today I am going to share four common things you’re probably paying TOO much for and how to fix that.
Read MoreThe truth is, buying a house might not be right for you. Today I am going to demystify the American dream — because home ownership is not for everyone. But first I want to say, if buying a home is your dream - go for it. But go for it with open eyes knowing all the facts.
Read MoreWe budget for groceries and our electric bill. But how often to we budget for life? Oh and life happens. A lot of life happens. And sometimes all at once.
Read MoreI think it’s easy to fall for this idea that in order to have a perfect budget you have to do all the things.
You have to say no to everything. Cut out all entertainment and sit in a dark house on weekends. That’s just not true. (And leads to burnout.) .
Read MoreLast week I wrote a blog post called "7 Things You Probably Forgot to Budget." I laid out, well, seven things you probably forgot to budget (hence the title).
Little did I know when I wrote that post I was being a big 'ole hypocrite. Let me fill you in...
Read MoreAsk anyone who has gotten out of debt or worked to change their families financial family tree and they will tell you that the very first thing you should do is get on a written budget.
BUT- the second, yet equally important thing is to build an emergency fund. Having an emergency fund will give you room to breathe, it will help you feel more in control and it is a huge part in conquering your financial fears and failures.
Some of these tips are very basic, it's not rocket science. But I wanted to give you an example of what worked for us.
Read MoreAre you looking for ways to slash your budget and start saving cash? Here's a list of 45 PRACTICAL ways you can start saving money. We're not reinventing the wheel here, but I hope to inspire you to take control of your spending.
Read MoreFrugal Debt Free Life is a blog for those looking to get out of debt, stay out of debt, save money and live a more simplistic life style.
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