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15 Unexpected Expenses to Budget For (So You’re Not Caught Off Guard)

Stacy Maines Published on January 13, 2026 Frugal Living,Wise,Wealthy

Frugal Living|Wise|Wealthy

Unexpected Expenses You Should Be Budgeting For (Even If You Have an Emergency Fund) Your Budget Isn’t “Failing”—It’s Missing a Few Categories If you’ve ever thought, “We’re doing everything right… so why does our budget keep breaking?”, you’re not alone. Most budget blowups aren’t caused by a lack of discipline—they happen because of irregular expenses that don’t show up every single month (until suddenly they do). And here’s the tricky... Read this post

20 years of marriage and 8 kids later... here's my top tip for a successful marriage... date nights are a must! Here's a list of more than 100 ideas. Time to make date night a priority!

100+ Cheap Date Night Ideas for Couples

Cathy Yoder Published on January 8, 2026 12 Family,Frugal Living

Family|Frugal Living|Wise

Cheap Date Night Ideas That Are Fun & Budget Friendly Fun, Low-Pressure Date Night Ideas You’ll Actually Want to Do Real talk: even the best marriages can start to feel like two busy people running a household. I’ve been married for 30+... Read this post

The 6 Best Things to Buy in January

Cathy Yoder Published on January 1, 2026 2 Frugal Living,Wise

Frugal Living|Wise|New Years

Here's What to Buy in January The presents – unwrapped. The tree – just a few remaining needles the vacuum cleaner didn’t catch. A new calendar hangs on the kitchen wall, and the last thing you probably want to do is head out the door to a... Read this post

100+ Gift Ideas That Aren’t Toys

Becky Published on December 15, 2025 Wise,Christmas

Wise|Christmas|Disney Money Saving Tips, Tricks, and Hacks

Think Less Stuff and More Memories with Gift Ideas That Aren't Toys Meaningful Gifts Kids Will Love (Less Clutter, More Fun) Have you ever wanted to give a gift for Christmas or a child’s birthday that does not involve more stuff or more toys? There... Read this post

Best Things to Buy in December

Cathy Yoder Published on December 2, 2025 Wise,Christmas

Wise|Christmas

I cannot even believe that I am typing this right now... it is DECEMBER! I feel like the year is just starting but in reality, time has flown by and it's almost over! This has been a wonderful year that I am extremely grateful for. I know the majority... Read this post

10 Best Kitchen Gadgets That You’ll Actually Use

Cathy Yoder Published on November 12, 2025 1 Wise,Amazon Deal Blog

Wise|Amazon Deal Blog

10 Cool Must-Have Kitchen Gadgets! Whether you're an avid cook or a parent who's just trying to get dinner on the table, you'll love the cooking gadgets we've listed below. While there are a ton of gimmicky gadgets out there that you shouldn't waste... Read this post

Our Honest VidAngel Review, How it Works and How to Try VidAngel

Cathy Yoder Updated on December 12, 2025 29 Family,Wise

Family|Wise|Stay at Home

VidAngel Review: Tips, Personal Experience & a Deal to Try VidAngel We’ve used VidAngel for 5+ years and it has made watching TV a much more pleasant experience. Even shows you’d expect to be “safe” can surprise you—VidAngel lets... Read this post

10 Smart Bathroom Cleaning Hacks You Should Try

Cathy Yoder Published on September 2, 2025 1 Wise,Home & Garden

Wise|Home & Garden

What to Do Before Cleaning Your Bathroom I'm sure you already have your own bathroom cleaning routine that you follow, but if you don't, we have a couple of tips that may save you some time and help you get organized. First, before you read the... Read this post

10 Budget Hair Salon Tips: How to Save Money at the Hair Salon

Cathy Yoder Updated on September 14, 2025 2 Frugal Living,Wise

Frugal Living|Wise|Wealthy

Budget Hair Salon Tips How to Save Money at the Hair Salon (Without Sacrificing Style) Table of Contents: Budget Hair Salon Tips Savings Guide Why Salon Savings Matter 10 Budget Hair Salon Tips 1) Skip Salon-Price Products 2) Try... Read this post

Smart Back to School Shopping Tips + Free Price Guide to Save More

Cathy Yoder Published on August 14, 2025 1 Family,Wise

Family|Wise|Back To School

Back to School Deals are going! Before Fourth of July is over, the Back to School Deals begin! Sending kids back to school can be stressful. Depending on the ages of your kids, you've got to get physical exams, new clothes, shoes, school supplies,... Read this post

10 Magic Eraser Uses That Will Save You Tons of Time

Cathy Yoder Published on July 31, 2025 1 Wise,Home & Garden

Wise|Home & Garden

Magic Eraser Uses How Magic Erasers Work I love having a pack of Magic Erasers on hand for when I need them. They're so great for stubborn stains! Even when other cleaning products can't do the trick, the Magic Eraser can often be the missing ingredient... Read this post