Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Most entertainment seekers in and around Canada will know that managing an online or mobile gaming habit can be expensive. Without careful consideration, buying in-game items and access to modern iGaming sites while also trying one’s best to stick to a budget can get tricky. As the title of this article suggests, eChecks, which are digital versions of the paper checks a gamer’s parents might remember, can help a gamer out. To help explain why budget-conscious gamers might want to consider using eChecks to pay for certain gaming-related expenses, let’s first ex ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Looking for a nutritious and delicious meal? Try this high-protein red cabbage salad recipe with edamame and chickpeas. Perfect for busy days! With notes of sweet honey, dijon mustard, sumac, and apple cider vinegar, it pairs nicely with edamame and chickpeas to create this high-protein red cabbage salad. Red Cabbage Salad Recipe For Summer Adding Protein To A Salad Whenever I make any salad that consists mainly of roughage or carbohydrates, I pair it with some form of protein. Sometimes, this might consist of a grilled chicken breast or fresh honey-glazed sal ..read more

Estimated reading time: 9 minutes Let me show you how to save money on buying tomato seeds by collecting them from your garden. Learn the best techniques for harvesting tomato seeds in this helpful guide. Growing tomatoes from seed to harvest has been a summer hobby of mine since moving to Canada. The weather in the UK was always wet, and there wasn’t enough sunshine in my area during the growing season. It’s nice to build a sustainable lifestyle, even if it means growing a vegetable garden for my family. Today, I will share the best way to collect tomato seeds so you never have to repurchase ..read more

Estimated reading time: 13 minutes Get insights into the Canadian Budget Binder family’s April 2024 budget journey. Learn how they manage their money, track expenses, and strive for financial success. If you’re new to CBB, this is a monthly budget breakdown so you can see how we spend and save money. CBB April 2024 Budget Update Why I Share Our Monthly Budget For anyone new to CBB, this briefly explains our monthly budget update. I look forward to putting this post together as it lets us see where our money was spent. A budget also acts as a diary for your expenses so you can lo ..read more

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Impress your guests with a tasty Orecchiette Greek Pasta Salad featuring a tangy vinegar dressing. Perfect for picnics and BBQs. How To Make Orecchiette Greek Pasta Salad Cold Greek Pasta Salad Recipes In the CBB household, we love cold pasta salads, especially during the hot summer. If you’re anything like us, our meal planning revolves around salad recipes and barbeque. Besides, we are busy caring for our community garden and the various veggies growing on our property. This Orecchiette Greek Pasta Salad is different from my Tuna Pasta Salad as it uses a vin ..read more

Estimated reading time: 12 minutes Learn why cleaning your gutters is essential for property maintenance. Regular gutter cleaning prevents fascia damage and potential water damage to your home. How To Properly Clean And Maintain Your Gutters To Save Money Importance Of Property Maintenance As A Homeowner In the UK, we call them eavestrough, but in Canada, you might be familiar with gutters. Either way, I’m talking about the same thing when it comes to cleaning gutters. Homeowners must be prepared to do the grunt work or hire someone. Aside from hard work, often, there’s a financial investment ..read more

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Experience the taste of tradition with this simple British potato salad recipe. Learn about the origins of potatoes and how to grow them in your garden. Growing up in the UK, my mum made potato salad often since it was inexpensive to purchase potatoes, and it was a simple side dish. Although this is my mum’s recipe, I added an ingredient twist we love in the CBB home, which you’ll find in the notes section below. Mum’s British Simple Potato Salad Recipe Best Potato For Potato Salad Two types of potatoes work in a potato salad, although use what you have. Waxy ..read more

Estimated reading time: 16 minutes See the Canadian Budget Binder family’s March 2024 budget update. Learn how we manage our money, track expenses, and strive for financial success. If you’re new to CBB, this is a monthly budget breakdown so you can see how we spend and save money. CBB March Budget 2024 Update Why I Share Our Monthly Budget For anyone new to CBB, this briefly explains our monthly budget update. I look forward to putting this post together as it lets us see where our money was spent. A budget also acts as a diary for your expenses so you can look back to see succ ..read more

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Get ready to indulge in the perfect combination of creamy avocado and protein-packed eggs with this quick and easy avocado egg salad recipe. It’s the ultimate healthy and filling keto-friendly dish with approximately 12 grams of protein per serving. Quick and Easy Avocado Egg Salad Recipe High-Protein Diets With Eggs One large egg equals 7.5 grams of protein, with a yolk more than the egg white. However, the egg has more egg white, meaning the whites have more protein than the yolk in a large egg. Either way, eggs are healthy and cheaper than meat and seafood ..read more

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes When it comes to managing a budget, every dollar counts. This is particularly true for families navigating the often steep costs of childcare. Amid balancing financial goals with the need for reliable caregivers, many parents are discovering that hiring a Babysitter offers a surprisingly cost-effective solution. Let’s delve into how embracing babysitting can align with savvy financial planning and even bring unexpected benefits to the family budget. How Hiring Babysitters Could Be A Financially Smart Option For Childcare Photo Source Taking a closer ..read more