The Secret to Paying Off Debt

Debt snowball, avalanche or consolidation, which is the secret ingredient to finally paying off your debt? Being debt free is the foundation of financial freedom. Once you’re free of debt you can begin to actively invest and build the assets that will enable you to retire, whether you’re aiming for early retirement or not. So, …

Read more

How to Slash Your Grocery Bill by 50%

frugal living tip - save 50% on grocery shopping

I’m on a mission to seriously reduce my spending at the grocery store. In the last few months I’ve managed to reduce spending on all our general grocery costs by over 50%. In November I spent $670 and in April I spent just under $330. This is how I slashed my grocery bill by 50%   1. Shop …

Read more

7 Financial Lessons My Grandmother Taught Me

7 financial lessons my grandmother taught me

It’s no secret our grandparents view the world differently. If you’re like the majority of people, your grandparents or great grandparents lived through the Great Depression. The financial lessons they learnt during that harsh time are a legacy worth sharing. I only knew one of my grandparents and, as the Great Depression made its way …

Read more

Simple Cinnamon Rolls

frugal living tips - simple cinnamon rolls

I admit it, I’m a complete sucker for cinnamon rolls. So much so that as soon as the batch cools, I have to get all but one of these scrumptious delights into the freezer where they’re (relatively) safe until another day. But… sometimes, one just isn’t enough. This recipe takes advantage of a food processor …

Read more