Becoming debt-free would be amazing. Think of all the money you’d free up to buy all those things you’ve been wanting. All those trips your family could take. That sense of relief… like a weight that’s fallen off your shoulders. Sooo nice, right? Except you will never be debt-free.Ouch. That’s harsh. But just paying off your debt […] The post 5 Reasons Why You Will NEVER Become Debt-Free appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more

The cash envelope system is all the rage right now, but is it overhyped? It really seems like everyone on Pinterest just loves stuffing those gorgeous little envelopes with cash. A fool-proof budgeting system! Right?Cash envelopes are all the rage!Maybe not. After I quit my job to be a stay at home mom, my husband and […] The post 10 Reasons Getting Started With A Cash Envelope System Is A Terrible Mistake appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more

 Maximizing credit card rewards on a tight budget is my JAM! Honestly, it’s the only way to really be able to travel and splurge when you’re just getting by on one income. Cashing in on credit card rewards can be super lucrative! Check out this screenshot I just took of my rewards earned! This was all gas […] The post How to Maximize your credit card rewards on a tight budget appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more

 Creating a family budget is absolutely step one if you want to be a stay at home mom. Without this framework, it is nearly impossible to keep things organized. You don't want to be in a position where you have to return to work or risk your family's wellbeing! When your finances are all over the […] The post Creating a family Budget that actually works – An ultimate guide appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more

 Can you even afford to be a stay at home mom? That was the question I asked myself over and over in the hospital bed while holding my newborn baby. How can you give birth to something so precious and not even wonder if it’s possible... if maybe you could be lucky enough... to afford to stay […] The post How to Afford Being a Stay at home mom appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more

 Saving money on a single income can be a challenging task. You want to give your family some financial security. Life happens, right? The last thing you want is to have some kind of emergency and not be able to afford it.You can't afford to not protect yourself and your family.That kind of security comes in […] The post Grow Your Savings On One Income – Quick and Easy appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more

Insert WordPress Content  The best work from home jobs for moms are the kind where you actually get to enjoy being a mom AND make money on your own time. And you know what? You can absolutely do it. Let’s admit it. You were happy when you got to quit your job and become a stay at home […] The post The Best Work From Home Jobs for moms appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more

When you’re living on a single income, the idea of paying off debt and becoming debt-free can feel like a pipe dream. It’s hard enough to keep up with bills and putting food on the table! Then, every time you feel like you are getting ahead, WHACK! A surprise expense comes along to wipe you out […] The post 5 Simple Steps to Pay Off Debt on One Income appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more

 Saving money on groceries every week is a budgeting mama’s secret challenge. I know that you get all tingly and proud when you manage to spend less than you budgeted that week. Of course you're proud! It’s one of your biggest expenses every month, and yet it can easily fluctuate by hundreds of dollars if you […] The post How to save money on groceries – The ultimate guide appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more

 If I can afford being a stay at home mom, then you can too. While it might seem a bit like a pipe dream, I promise you it isn’t. It’s ok to want to be with your children, and these budgeting tips will help you make it a reality! My parents were recently very surprised to […] The post 15 Unconventional Ways I Afford Being a Stay At Home Mom appeared first on Our Happinest ..read more