If you’re new here, you may want to subscribe to my Free Resource Library to jump start your finances and goal tracking! Welcome back! Have you checked out the new freebies in my Free Resource Library? This is the year that you spring clean your pantry! Spring cleaning your pantry is a great way to […]
Reaching FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early)
FIRE, or Financial Independence Retire Early, is a lifestyle that people are embracing in order to live life on their own terms. I am following this path so that I can spend more time with my kids, husband, and pursue the passion projects I have put on hold. Contents1 Before FIRE2 Changing how I Thought […]
How to Budget Your Paycheck (and Never be Poor)
Learning how to budget your paycheck allows you to be more in control of your cash. When starting a budget for the first time, I recommend budgeting by paycheck using a zero-based budget. This simple budgeting method helps you to monitor your spending and debt repayment more closely in order to be the most successful. […]
10 Frugal Tips to Save Money On Your Dog
A like-minded frugal friend of mine, Michelle, has graciously accepted my invitation to share her 10 favorite frugal tips for owning a pet! She is an engineer, writer and proud dog mama. She writes about lifestyle design, career success and financial independence at The Better Grind. Use these tips to save money on your dog today! Having […]
Traditional vs. Roth IRA – Which To Choose?
Choosing between a Traditional or Roth IRA investment account can be confusing. Knowing how these investment accounts work can help you to make financial decisions that can lead to early retirement! I am excited to have a guest post by InspiretoFire.com. He will help you to understand the difference between a Traditional Roth and a […]
Three Things I Learned as a Dave Ramsey Financial Coach
I am excited to have Mr. LifeOnFire.tv guest post on my blog about his experience as a Dave Ramsey financial coach! Mr. LifeOnFire started with a negative net worth and is now on the road to financial independence! LifeOnFire’s experience is an inspiring story and will help you stay motivated to reach your goals! Contents1 […]
Spring Clean Your Bookshelf and get Organized
A bookshelf spring cleaning project is a great way to eliminate clutter in your home and to get books you have read into the hands of others! Throughout the year, I am given books by family, and I win books in giveaways. I am also given gift cards to our local Half Priced Books. At […]
The Best Tricks for Decreasing your Etsy Shop Bounce Rate
Do you constantly refresh your Etsy sellers app to see how much traffic and visitors you have? Do the number of visitors to your shop match the number of views you have on a daily basis? This may mean that you have a high bounce rate. Contents1 What is a bounce rate?2 Why do I […]
How to Start a Digital Products Business With Etsy
I started a digital products business with Etsy in the late summer of 2019. I had wanted to start a side business to add passive income to my budget, but I didn’t have extra cash to use and my lifestyle doesn’t support getting a part time job. The Etsy business idea presented itself at the […]
How to do a No-Spend Challenge
One of my favorite challenges to do is a No-Spend month. This year I have challenged myself to do a No-Spend year on clothes and shoes for myself! A No-Spend challenge is a great way to pause your spending and and get your budget back on track. I have done No-Spend challenges in the past […]