Debbie Blog

It’s easy to get caught up in all the sales going on right now, even if they’re not that interesting. You know you need to buy gifts for family and friends, and everyone is offering some percentage off right now. Here is how to become the Black Friday Bandit (i.e. be so good at Black Friday deals you’re practically stealing).

Nobody’s budget is perfect. There is no universal guide that can be applied to everyone else’s finances. With this in mind, we still want to normalize a less restrictive budget and present you with goals that are actionable and achievable 🙌

We have all been asking ourselves this question for the last month or so - are we in a recession? Our government says no but our pockets are saying otherwise….so what is the reality?

The financial “experts” will tell you that saving your money is like lighting it on fire because inflation will make it worthless anyway. Well, this isn’t always the best advice.

Have you recently noticed the price of your daily products going up even though it’s the same store and exactly the same brand? Well, that might be a sign of inflation.

There are a countless number of expenses that go into getting married, some of them unanticipated. It’s so important to have a plan for all potential expenses so that your special day doesn’t set you back financially for years to come. The amount you spend on a wedding can vary greatly, depending on many different factors. Regardless of how much your wedding budget is, you can still plan an unforgettable day. Say “I do” to these tips for a bride/groom on a budget 💍

Here's how to prepare for this unholy day (though for some, that refund feels like Christmas!)

Rather than labeling your spending as "good" or "bad", giving things a moral label, we prefer to use the terms "happy" and "unhappy" spend. Is getting your daily coffee "bad" according to what some financial advisors might say? Sure. But perhaps that's a non-negotiable in your budget. Let's find the things that are negotiable and cut them out.

Is it too late that we haven't spoken about money yet? How do I do it and how do I make sure we're on the same page?