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The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate: One of the biggest sources of stress in a relationship is money. From how it's spent to how much is saved, hundreds of decisions must be made. And when you have two people trying to make the decisions together, finding workable solutions is even more challenging.…
The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate: 4 Things to Do for Your Money Before the New Year I may have heard a collective groan from some of you when you read the headline for this post. Things to do before the new year? Christina, do you have any idea how busy I…
The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate: 5 Smart Money Moves for Stay-at-Home Parents I left my job to stay home with the kids when my twins were infants and my oldest was 2. I was so focused on all of the financial aspects of how to become a stay-at-home mom that I…
The following post is from Emily of Live Renewed: 5 Beauty Products You Can Find in Your Kitchen When my friend first told me about the EWG's Cosmetic Safety Database several years ago, I basically did the equivalent of a three-year old covering their ears and chanting, "I'm not listening, I'm not listening!" I was…
The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate: How to Deal with a Fluctuating Income It can be really tough to create a budget and stick to it. It can be an even greater challenge when you have a fluctuating income. We’ve been on both sides of inconsistent paychecks. I once held a 10-month position…
Today I’m participating in the Ultimate Blog Swap. You’ll find me posting over at Aubergine about Making Sure Your Blog Benefits Your Family, and I’m excited to welcome Martine from Dainty Mom to Life Your Way: I've been working from home for a little under two years, and I love it. I suppose it's because…
The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate: The Positives of Paying with Plastic If you have ever read Dave Ramsey, you know that he hates credit cards. He encourages people to pay with cash (or a debit card) instead of using plastic. Using a cash-only approach can certainly help someone get out of debt…
The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate: Why Clutter is Bad for Your Bottom Line When you are frugal, you tend to save a lot of odds and ends. You save old tattered clothing (It could be used for rags!). You save old nuts, bolts and screws (You never know when you’ll need them!). …
The following post is from Christina of Northern Cheapskate: Is a Budget Billing Program Right for You? It can be frustrating to set up a budget when some expenses fluctuate from month to month. I've had months where my utility bill is around $100 a month and others where it has been more than $300. I…