Tag: budget
Best Thrift Stores in Kansas City
I am going to be blunt with you: if you are not thrifting in KC, you are missing out. You might as well be...
Benefits of a Capsule Wardrobe
One thing I have not missed during the COVID-19 pandemic is having to manage my wardrobe choices for work and play. Now that life...
Shopping at Aldi: What You Need to Know
The love I have for Aldi is really unmatched…at least in the grocery store setting. It almost rivals a Target or Trader Joe’s run for...
5 Quick Tips: Black Friday Shopping Made Easy
We may have missed out on some things in 2020, but finding great deals doesn't have to be on that list! This year, I...
My Secret to Managing the Family Budget
This post is sponsored and written by Commerce Bank.
When you are a new mom, there are few things more satisfying than reaching the end...
7 Ways to Become a Money-Wise Mom
Being the detail-oriented and Type-A half of my marriage of thirteen years, it happened pretty naturally that I began managing our day-to-day finances. I...
Shiny New Car? Probably Not.
Picture it and take a journey with me. The year is 1997. I am one week away from college and handed my first set...
5 Reasons to Skip Black Friday
You’ve waited – maybe all night – and it’s finally time to shop. They’re opening the doors. The deals are waiting inside. Everyone’s excited,...
How to Save Money on Healthcare with an HSA
Do you have a high deductible health plan (HDHP)? If so, you likely have a higher deductible and a health savings account (HSA). You...
College versus Retirement: How to Set Your Savings Priorities
College may still be years away for your kids, but you may already be saving. In the face of rising tuition costs, many parents...
5 Things to Budget for this School Year
School probably feels like a faraway concept for your kids. But you know – and might be grateful – that it’s just around the...
6 Ways to Save on Summer Vacation
Work hard, play hard. That’s the spirit behind any great vacation, right? It’s true you deserve to reap the benefits of your hard work,...
Your Questions About Life Insurance, Answered
Life insurance policies provide a variety of benefits and are available for nearly every life stage and income. Below, you’ll find answers to some...
Protect Your Family With An Estate Plan
When you are a parent of young children, estate planning isn't your biggest concern. You are dealing with never-ending laundry, shuttling your kids to...
Pop Some Tags: Thrifting Kids’ Clothing
When I was pregnant with our daughter, my husband and I read the book Redefining Girly (and have since recommended it to every parent...
