Well, we made it through March. Let’s not even talk about it. It was unexpected, it was heartbreaking and it was unlike anything we’ve ever experienced. Now let’s indulge in a little bit of light-hearted distraction from the current state of the planet by judging my questionable spending decisions. That’s right! It’s time for my March no buy update. Spoiler alert: much like everything else in March, my no buy year did not exactly go according to plan.
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Whether you’re trying to build up your savings, budgeting to buy a house or are just plain sick of watching tumbleweeds bouncing around your bank account, we could all benefit from saving a little extra money each month. Even if you’re a budgeting expert and you’ve cut out all unnecessary expenses, there are still plenty of ways to save even more. Today I’m sharing my top 10 money saving hacks to help you spend less and save more.
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And just like that – poof – February was over! We’re another month into 2020 already and another month into my no buy year. It’s been a rocky month as far as my buy nothing year goes (and it’s only month two!), but I’m hanging on in there. Today I’m going to walk you through my February no buy year update and how I’m getting on with a year without shopping.
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If it seems like money pours out of your bank account faster than sand between your fingers then maybe it’s time to make some changes. Recently, I taught you guys how to make a budget and actually stick to it, which is the most important first step for anyone who wants to save money. But now let’s talk about where your money actually is going and some the changes you can make right now to stop wasting money on things you just don’t need.
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Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us so I hope you’re all ready to eat your weight in tiny heart-shaped chocolates. It might feel like there’s no way to make it through Valentine’s Day without throwing money in every direction, but if you’re doing a no buy year or you’re just trying to be more budget conscious, there are plenty of free date night ideas you can use to create the perfect V-day without the crazy price tag.
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