Since tax season is starting, I wanted to share some resources for filing your taxes. I encourage you to do your research before filing your taxes. The IRS offers advice at their website regarding filing taxes for free. I am also not a tax expert […]
Category: Finance
The most expensive things that I own and why
Here are the most expensive items that I own even though I am a frugal person. Since being frugal does not mean that you can’t have nice items. The items mentioned are high quality to me and items I know will get used. I chose […]
Creative ways you can save money on books
In today’s blog post I am going to talk about how to save money on books. I love to read and I read books really fast. But it’s expensive to be constantly buying more books. The two main ways I try to save money are […]
Frugal food ideas for college students on a budget
Here are some meal ideas for college students that want more ideas other than Ramen or Mac n Cheese. Entree/Main Dish Pancakes Quesedillas Adult Lunchables: Make your own version of Lunchables with Crackers Protein (Deli meat, cheese, hard-boiled eggs, or another type of protein) Fruit […]
12+ Tips for saving money on your electric bill
My first tip is to do an Energy Audit: An energy audit can help you evaluate your home’s energy consumption and how to lower your bill. Walk around your home and use a guide such as Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Audits | Department of Energy. If […]
10 habits of frugal people
Here are 10 habits that frugal people do daily that save them money. They wait before making a purchase They bring their lunch from home Compare prices when shopping They focus on quality over quantity They budget their money They buy clothes secondhand They repair […]
How I save money with a gift closet
Learn how to save time and money with a gift closet One thing that I will note is that you are not required or obligated to buy gifts for everyone in your life. Yes, it is nice to give and receive gifts but you shouldn’t […]
What you should and shouldn’t buy secondhand.
Here are my recommendations for what you should and shouldn’t buy secondhand. Buying used has a multitude of benefits such as saving money and being sustainable. When you shop secondhand you are reducing your carbon footprint and not sending items to landfills. I also encourage […]
Things that you should know about credit cards
Learn things that no one tells you about credit cards including how to request a free credit report. Disclaimer: I am not a financial professional Before you open a credit card Read the terms of use/contract: Make sure you read the documents carefully before signing […]
How to Make a Grocery Pricelist that can save you money
One way that I try to save money when grocery shopping is to keep a price list with the best prices to stock up. This is something that I learned a few years ago from a blogger online. What you do is keep a list […]