12 Costs to Budget for When Adopting a Pet

Are you thinking about getting a pet to share your days and brighten your home? If so, you’re not alone. According to the ASPCA, 4.1 million dogs and cats are adopted each year in the US.  Adopting a pet can be exciting. But pets also come with responsibilities. These responsibilities can impact your budget and…

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Cheap Date Night Ideas for Couples on a Budget

A lot of people ask if it’s possible to get out and have fun as a couple when you’re watching your spending and prioritizing saving and debt payoff.  The answer is, “Yes!”  It may take a different approach to date night, but trying new things together is worth the extra planning.  First, check out your…

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Importance of Celebrating Savings Successes & Milestones

Celebrations come in many shapes and sizes. We celebrate big special events in our lives like birthdays, new jobs, and weddings. We also have smaller celebrations, like a fist pump after a successful presentation or maybe an ice cream treat to mark the beginning of summer.   Celebrations are important.  They mark occasions, and those…

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Summer Bucket List: 7 Tips for Thrifty Travel

Do you have a summertime bucket list? If not, this is a great time to make one. Sit yourself and/or your family down and brainstorm about a special activity each of you would like to do this summer.  These can be trips or even some local highlights you want to explore.   After you’ve prioritized and…

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