Picking a wedding venue and figuring out food and catering can be one the most fun and most stressful parts of wedding planning. It doesn’t have to be, though. There are so many ways to have a beautiful setting and yummy food without breaking the bank. Here are some key things to remember about getting […]
Mother’s Day is coming up, and while it seems like culturally we do a lot to remember our own moms and mother-in-laws, sometimes the moms who still have kids at home get the short end of the stick. These moms are still in the trenches and can certainly use encouragement! In thinking about what I […]
Join in for our weekly Q&A. We’ll discuss the best options for earning higher interest rates on your money. There are many banks now offering over 4% interest, so join in to learn about online accounts, money markets, cds and more! Here are options to checkout even before the live video. You can watch right here or head to youtube or facebook.
So many brides-to-be email me asking for tips on saving on the big day. While I haven’t planned a wedding in a LONG TIME, most of the strategies of saving haven’t changed. When you first get engaged, you are so excited. Everything is perfect and you can’t wait to start your life together. Then, the […]
Popsicles are a great treat for hot weather! Here are some recipes for homemade popsicles that use fruits, yogurt, and more. Tip: If you don’t have a popsicle mold (there are a bunch on Amazon!), try using the old-fashioned method with paper cups and popsicle sticks. Homemade Popsicles Recipes: Strawberry Popsicles Mango Yogurt Popsicles Root […]
I often get emails from brides wanting advice on how to save on weddings. Planning a wedding can be both exhilarating and exhausting, but one part of the wedding process that many brides get excited about is conquering the infamous wedding registry. Wedding registries can be a wonderful tool to help friends and family keep […]
With over 100,000 items on the Amazon Subscribe & Save program, this can be one of the easiest ways to get items you need and never leave the house. I’m all for not needing to go out and shop, but I still want to know I got items at their best price! Here are my favorite […]
Odds are your local savings account is currently earning less than 0.5% interest. No matter how much you have in your savings account, there is definitely a better place to put your money right now! Many online banks are offering interest rates between 4 to 4.25% for savings accounts with no minimum. You can also […]
If you are planning a wedding and are making a registry, it’s worth exploring your various options. There are lots of places to make a wedding registry, whether through a particular store or through what is known as a “universal registry,” meaning you can add items from any website or store. One thing to consider […]
