In an attempt to become more budget-conscious and to put more aside in my savings account, I started to take a closer look at what I was spending money on and where it was going. I noticed a huge jump in how much I spent on groceries in the last few months and I was […]
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Everyone likes to keep more money in their pockets, but not everyone is ready to spend the time trying to save a few bucks. And I get it, I like to save money every day, but I’m not willing to sacrifice too much of my free time or well being just to save a few […]
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Hi everyone! This is my very first blog entry and (since it’s that time of the year already) I thought I’d treat you with some time, money and headache saviours to help your moving day be a success.
Read MoreIt was the weekend of yard sales in my neighbourhood last week and I had loads of fun wandering around and checking what was available. I think that one of the best purchases to make during yard sales are Tupperware containers. I found loads of them, and they were available for something like $1. Do […]
Read MoreRecently, I’ve been noticing a lot of websites referred to something called ‘Menu planning’ or ‘Meal planning’ and it has inspired me. It sounds easy enough to start and like something I should try in the spirit of frugality (and probably for my health too), but that little devil that sits on my shoulder and […]
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The world changes, and our personal situations are not exempt from this. Sometimes bad things happen and we need money fast. From losing a job to being hospitalized, there are thousands of reasons why someone may need to free up some money. I’m going to lose my usual jovial sense of humor for this post, […]
Read MoreWhile aimlessly browsing the internet the other day (because I refused to spend hours refreshing Facebook as I usually do), I somehow managed to navigate my way to a site called Swag Bucks. I figured anything with Swag in the name had to be interesting but unfortunately (for me at the time), I was greeted […]
Read MoreHere’s a story for everyone to enjoy: back in 2009, I made my first move towards independence and bought my very first car! Not a used car, mind you, but a brand new, right off the lot one that still had that amazing new car smell. I had signed all my papers and thought all […]
Read MoreMy girlfriend asked me to research and write this article as her 2 nieces are gearing up for their summer holidays and her sister has asked for some ideas (and for us to help out a little). This topic got me super excited. I can’t wait to try some of them out (with or without […]
Read MoreI’m frugal. Not because I have the time, the energy or the inclination. No, but because I hate paying more for something than I think it’s ‘worth’. You’re probably thinking: “Well, Stephen, isn’t that going to be everything?” And my answer would be something like “Hell no!” There are loads of products and services out […]
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