10 Ways Kids Can Make Money This Summer: If your child is not yet old enough for a typical part time job but mature and responsible enough for making money, there are plenty of ways they can get started! This summer, they can supplement their allowance, tuck money into savings, or build up their comic book collection. Some ideas I have gathered are traditional money makers and others are new needs in this modern busy world we live in. Your little entrepreneur is sure to find something in this list of 10 ideas they can do this summer to make money! These are fantastic ways to teach responsibili ..read more

10 Secrets to a Lower Grocery Bill: Groceries.  We need them and we have to buy them. Yet, while they are a necessity, do you find that you have quite a high grocery bill? Are you frustrated by that fact? There are ways to keep grocery costs down and I’m about to reveal my secrets that will help fix your problem. You might be feeling as though there’s no possible way to lower your grocery bill. But, I’m of the mindset that our grocery bill is one of the most flexible bills we have to pay. There is no set monthly bill that a grocery store sends our way, unlike the phone company. We ma ..read more

10 Secrets to Keep your Grocery Spending Down: Groceries.  We need them and we have to buy them.  Yet, while they are a necessity, do you find that you have quite a high grocery bill? Are you frustrated by that fact? There are ways to keep grocery costs down and I’m about to reveal my secrets that will help fix your problem. You might be feeling as though there’s no possible way to cut your grocery bill. But, I’m of the mindset that our grocery bill is one of the most flexible bills we have to pay.  There is no set monthly bill that a grocery store sends our way, unlike th ..read more

Free Printable Expense Trackers In today’s fast-moving world, keeping tabs on your finances is pretty darn important if you want to stay above water. But perhaps, keeping a full on budget isn’t your thing. Enter printable expense trackers: your trusty sidekick in the quest for financial proficiency. Imagine a world where tracking your spending feels like organizing a DIY project—except this project saves you money! These already made printable expense trackers that I have for you, come in a minimalist design so there’s no confusion on what needs to be jotted down. In this freebie, you’ll find ..read more

(Note: The links in this post may be affiliate links. Read the disclosure policy here.) Quick & Easy Way to Shred Meat Looking for another valuable use for that KitchenAid stand mixer? How about an easy way to shred meat? It works so well to shred some cooked chicken breasts, boneless pork butt, or beef roast. If you have ever tried to “pull” a pork shoulder with forks, you know this can take a bit of time. With the stand mixer and the normal beater attachment, you can shred a pound of cooked chicken breast straight from the slow cooker in under 30 seconds! (Tip: You can also use a h ..read more

(Note: The links in this post may be affiliate links. Read the disclosure policy here.) I found myself over at the Old Navy Canada website and happened to see that their clearance deals are worth writing about! Up to 75% off clearance! Here are some deals that caught my eye: Women’s deals: High-Waisted Wow Wide-Leg Jeans in Black $13.97 (lots of sizes, reg. $44.99) Luxe Ribbed Slub-Knit T-Shirt $5.97 (reg. $24.99) Textured Open-Front Sweater $18.97 (reg. $44.99) High-Waisted Rib-Knit Maxi Skirt $16.97 (reg. $34.99) Extra High-Waisted Logo-Graphic Sweatpants $21.97 (reg. $44.99) Long Sle ..read more

(Note: The links in this post may be affiliate links. Read the disclosure policy here.) How to save money with online shopping in Canada It seems as though there’s always something to shop for. Upcoming birthdays, new clothes for the kids, work clothes…the list can go on! Whenever I have something to purchase I tend to always look online first. In most cases I find it easier then hauling a kid around that will most likely put up a fuss at some point during our outing. ?  I also enjoy reading the reviews that other buyers have left if I’m contemplating a product that I’m not really f ..read more

(Note: The links in this post may be affiliate links. Read the disclosure policy here.) Are you ready for another round of Splurge vs. Save? Like last time, I’ll feature two similar products but one is the ‘splurge’ version and the other is the ‘save’ version. If you’re into aromatherapy, you’ll love this week’s feature! As I was googling for this week, I discovered that diffusers can vary greatly in price! On that note, this week, I’m featuring two ceramic diffusers that look nearly identical but vary in price. Before reading further, can you guess which one is the splurge and which one ..read more

(Note: The links in this post may be affiliate links. Read the disclosure policy here.) Are you ready for another round of Splurge vs. Save? Like last time, I’ll feature two similar products but one is the ‘splurge’ version and the other is the ‘save’ version. This week I’ll be featuring a genuine Free People crewneck and an alternative. As we all know, the Free People brand is very trendy right now, but also quite costly! If the genuine brand isn’t in your budget right now, I think I’ve found a pretty darn good alternative! On that note, this week, I’m featuring two striped crewneck swe ..read more

How to save money on food while traveling Planning a family vacation this year? Meals, snacks and drinks can really add up during those days away from home. While food is one of the most expensive areas of a vacation budget, I have some tips and ideas to help keep those costs down. Plan ahead Will you be eating out? Preparing your meals in the hotel? By having an idea of what you intend to do about the meals on your vacation, you have to opportunity to plan ahead by researching restaurants, grocery stores within walking distance, and even compile a meal plan if you’re cooking in! Use ..read more