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How to Create a Financial Plan for the Year – June
School is out and summer fun is IN! It can be hard to stay motivated to keep your finances on track when the warmer weather is calling us to throw caution to the wind! But summer doesn’t have to bust your budget, so get ready soak in that sunshine! This month, we’re saving for a vacation, tackling debt, and celebrating smart!
The Ultimate Summer Bucket List
What’s on YOUR summer bucket list? Believe it or not, the best things in life are free, and summer fun is no exception! If you’ve got kids at home this summer, don’t miss these 50 AWESOME budget-friendly activities for the whole family to try this summer! How many will you conquer?
Slow Cooker Roasted Chicken
Craving a home-cooked meal? This simple slow cooker roasted chicken is the perfect budget-friendly meal for busy weeknights. Not only is it juicy, tender, and packed with flavor, it is made with a whole chicken, which tends to be much cheaper than other packages of meat! It comes together in minutes, then slow-cooks to perfection in the crockpot, leaving you free to get all that other stuff done!
How to Stretch Your Dollars
Ever feel like your money just doesn’t last? Regardless of how much you earn, it’s pretty easy to lose track of your spending and find yourself wondering where the money went! If you’ve ever wished you could stretch your dollars a little further, don’t miss these 8 genius tips for making your cash last longer.
Face Your Biggest Money Fears
Money fears keeping you up at night? Worrying about money can leave you feeling helpless, uneasy, and totally stressed out, but sometimes the things we fear aren’t always based in reality. Don’t miss these common myths about money that might be holding you back, as well as how to conquer them so that you can finally face your biggest money fears for good!
Simple Greek Pasta Salad
Ready for a fresh summer meal that comes that comes together fast? This flavor-packed Greek Pasta Salad is the perfect solution for lazy nights. It is hearty enough to stand on its own, but it is also great served with grilled chicken, steak or shrimp for a 20-minute meal your whole family will love!
How to Keep Your Food Summer Safe
Nothing’s better than summer….and nothing’s worse than food poisoning from food that sat in the sun too long! Keep your food summer safe with these 8 essential food safety tips for the beach, picnics, the pool, and more!
Brownie S’mores
Love s’mores? While nothing beats the original, not all of us have a campfire waiting in the backyard. Luckily in this delicious Brownie S’mores recipe, our classic campfire treat is all grown up with a modern twist that is sure to please kids of any age!
Host the Best Backyard Parties
Summer is upon us, and one of the very BEST parts of summer is all the great weather–and the excuse to throw impromptu backyard gatherings with friends and neighbors! If you are ready to host the BEST backyard parties this year, don’t miss our 10 smart tips on how to throw together simple, stress-free summer gatherings in your own backyard.
Budget Friendly Summer Programs
Summer’s almost here…do you know what your kids are doing? Finding a great summer program can feel daunting, especially when money’s tight. If you’re not sure where to start, don’t miss these great tips for finding a variety of budget-friendly programs your kids will LOVE!
Oatmeal Craisin Cookies
Nothing says love like soft oatmeal cookies. Tangy dried cranberries, sweet white chocolate chips and chewy oatmeal come together for a cookie so good, you’ll never believe it’s gluten-free! It might just be the perfect cookie!
The Best Gifts for Grads
Want to find meaningful gifts for grads? Here are twelve of the best graduation gifts on any budget and for every grad in your life!
