(Note: The links in this post may be affiliate links. Read the disclosure policy here.) How to save money with online shopping in Canada It seems as though there’s always something to shop for. Upcoming birthdays, new clothes for the kids, work clothes…the list can go on! Whenever I have something to purchase I tend to always look online first. In most cases I find it easier then hauling a kid around that will most likely put up a fuss at some point during our outing. ?  I also enjoy reading the reviews that other buyers have left if I’m contemplating a product that I’m not really f ..read more

A Day in the Life of a Frugal Person Living the life of a frugal person means living below your means from dawn to dusk. There are many things frugal people do throughout the day that help them save money and help them store funds away for the future. But what are those things exactly? Come on a journey and take a look at a day in the life of a frugal person. These are some of the daily tasks that save them BIG. By knowing more about this day to day living, you too can try implementing these tasks and seeing what a difference they can make for you.   Morning: 1. Make homemade coffee. Our ..read more

How to Actually Save Money on a Tight Budget You’re living on a tight budget. You may have already cut back on your frivolous purchases, but you’d like to save even more money and don’t know where to start. It may take a bit of creativity, but it is possible to find extra savings! Here are some ideas to help you save money on a tight budget: Keep your receipts Most people who feel they are broke and have no way out, actually change their perspective when they find out how much they actually already have and waste. Keeping track of what you spend each month can help you make changes to your sp ..read more

Cheap Family Activities for Family Day It’s extremely important for any family to intentionally take the time once in a while to have fun as a family. Life can be very busy so making a conscious effort to slow down together without the demands of other friends/family/work/school can be so beneficial. Family fun, however, does not have to cost a lot! Sure, there are activities that can cost a lot (and those are fun!), but there are so many fun cheap family activities too. With Family Day in Canada quickly approaching, I thought I’d share some ideas for cheap family fun! Cheap Family Activities ..read more

Valentine’s Day is around the corner so today’s post is going to focus on low cost date ideas! I’m not only going to list frugal ideas to do with your significant other, but also ideas you can use with your children. After all, it’s crucial to any important relationship, that you spend some quality one-on-one time together. However, when money is tight, it’s hard to justify spending money on a “date”. Even dinner and a movie can really add up!  With that in mind, I hope you enjoy my ideas for low cost date ideas the whole family can enjoy: Date-Night with your significant other: Vis ..read more

I found something fun! Especially fun if you love challenges! It’s the Boost Your Bank Account email challenge! Sign up for free, and over the course of five days you will learn how to: Get rid of unnecessary subscriptions and memberships Reduce one of the biggest areas of household expense: food Find hidden savings opportunities in unlikely areas Compare rates to potentially lower insurance costs Avoid overspending on tricky categories And much more! Sign up for the challenge here ..read more

Clever Purchases That Save Money In The Long Run (Note: The links in this post may be affiliate links. Read the disclosure policy here.) Sometimes, the secret to saving money is actually spending a little money in the first place. As long as you spend it on the right things, that is. That might sound illogical, but in reality, it can make a lot of sense when you start thinking about long-term savings. This is where thoughtful, intentional spending comes in to play. In this article, I’m not going to be talking about gadgets that you will only use once, like a Cake Pop Maker for example. I ..read more

5 Steps for a Successful No Spend Challenge Many years ago I embarked on my very first no spend challenge. This is when I spent zero dollars for a whole 30 days. That’s right…zero spending for an entire month! (except for bills and a few groceries.) When I embarked on my first no spend challenge, I just jumped right in without a plan. I will tell you that I was successful in completing the challenge, however, it could have been so much smoother if I had a plan in place! “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail,” quoted by Benjamin Franklin, is excellent advice to put in place when you ar ..read more

Find the best School Backpacks for less. This selection will take the stress out of shopping while saving money too. The best school backpacks Can you believe it? Back to school is just around the corner. Save money on back to school shopping by purchasing your school backpacks at a price that feels right. It can be overwhelming in-store so shopping online is a great option. Browse this list and save time while getting the best deals. No need to spend a ton of time or money when the deal hunting has been done for you! This list truly has something for everyone to start the schoo ..read more

How to Save Between $2,000 and $5,000 a Year Spending money is fun, but saving money can be fun too! It’s fun to pay cash for the things you saved for! Who doesn’t love going on vacations? Or buying a new TV? Or whatever is on your wish list? It’s even more fun when you can enjoy those things without a guilty conscious because they’ve already been paid for. We all know how tough it is to pinch a penny these days. Saving money isn’t easy, but with a little creativity and some willpower, you can save between $2,000 and $5,000 a year with a few simple tips and hacks. So here’s how to save $2,000 ..read more