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When it comes to owning a home, there are many things that can make it more expensive than renting. Home repairs come in at the top for household expenses, usually, though. If there are ways to make some minor adjustments …
Every year we are working on eating healthier and saving money, at the same time. In our current environment, this can really be a huge feat sometimes! Gardening can save you money. If you are striving to eat healthier, while …
Whether you have a family or not, summer can be chock full of good times! But those good times can get pretty expensive if you don’t plan ahead of time. Which is why purchasing some of your summer supplies now …
Last year I shared on this blog that my husband and I became homeowners which is a goal I’ve had for some time now. I also mentioned that we’ll be spending much more money as homeowners than we were renting. …
With November coming to a close, winter is pretty much here. Although there are lots of things I love about winter, it doesn’t always love my home or budget. Sometimes, just the cost of staying warm and cozy can come …
When it comes to cooking, fall has some of the best ingredients to work with. Between apples and pumpkins to the rise of squash, there’s a new abundance of flavors to incorporate into your dishes. With the cooler weather moving …
When my husband and I got married in 2010, we were broke and in more than $45k of debt. At the time, I was making the average American salary, and my husband was barely making above minimum wage. The idea …
My husband and I always had the dream of owning our own home. For us, that was the epitome of the American Dream. But living in one of the most expensive housing markets in the nation–would it even ever be …
As you move out of your college, or even your early-twenties, stage of life, the image of your house begins to change. You’re no longer satisfied with mismatched furniture or bare minimum decorating. Instead, you begin to desire a home that …
Buying your first home can be an exciting, but busy process. Aside from dealing with realtors, understanding the industry lingo, and trying not to get too emotionally attached to a property before your offer is accepted, you should first make …
