With the most expensive of the month upon us, are you financially prepared? December becomes the month where people reflect back on the year and see how things went for them and where they can improve, and money/finances are often a big part of those conversations. Did you make a financial New Years resolution last […]
Holiday’s & Events
How To Limit Holiday Spending
When it comes to the holidays, spending is at an all-time high. So how do you handle the financial pressures around the holidays? And what most people forget is the extra spending that comes with the holiday season, which is more than just gifts. That’s why we created a checklist to help you limit your […]
Tis the Season for Spending
Between the holidays quickly approaching and big sale days like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the biggest shopping season of the year is here. According to a survey from shopping retail website, RetailMeNot.ca, Global News reported that shoppers plan on spending an average of $1,400 per person – $653 of which will only be for […]
The Amount People Are Spending This Holiday Season
It’s no surprise that December is the most expensive month of the year, but do you know how much you’re really spending this time of year? The amount people are spending this holiday season is up again from last year, averaging about $482 on gifts just this season alone. And that’s just gifts! According to […]
Shopping Season Is Upon Us
Some would argue that it is always shopping season, but according to Business Insider, in 2016, there were some key dates that were determined to be the busiest shopping days of the year, only in the months of November and December. Are you surprised by this? Everyone knows the holidays are a big spending time […]
The Costs of “FOMO”
Do you suffer from “FOMO” or the “Fear Of Missing Out”? This is something very common, because who wants to be the person missing out on something fun? What you don’t realize is that these events and decisions can often lead to or have financial implications. Especially in the age of social media when you’re […]
Small Things To Give Up If You Want To Save More
We’re all always looking to save more money, but when it comes down to it, what are you willing to sacrifice to save? We’ve become accustom to some of these things that we think we “need” them because we’ve had them for so long, when really it’s more of a “want” and would be just […]
Easy Ways To Save When Dining Out
We already know what you’re going to say. If you’re trying to save money then you shouldn’t be dining out. But we’re all busy people and there are nights where take out is the best option for the table. That’s why we created a list of all the things to look for when dining out […]
Things You Forget to Budget for When on Vacation
When it comes to vacation time, the last thing you want to be stressing about is money. So when it comes to your travel budget, have you include all possible expenses? We created a list of some of the things people forget to budget for when on vacation. The To and From What’s the cost […]
Where To Get Free Stuff On Your Birthday
Who doesn’t like getting free stuff? And what’s a better way than to celebrate your birthday than to cash in on freebies? That’s why we created a list of all the free stuff you should take advantage of so you can celebrate without having to spend a penny. Baskin Robbins Scream for free ice cream! […]