“Extreme Couponing” has been a fairly popular craze over the past few years, but I can’t say I’ve ever bought into it. It just seemed so time-consuming and tedious. It made me wonder if it was worth it, if there was some trick to it that I didn’t know about that would magically result in tons of savings on every trip to the store. I’ve given it a shot, and while I may have saved a buck or two, I felt my time was worth more than I was saving. Consider the following before you jump on the coupon-clipping bandwagon:
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Feature Friday: Pending and Split Transactions
Two frequent requests we’ve had from Plus users who link their bank accounts is “give us more control of the data that comes from the bank!”
Save Money on Your Monthly Bills
We can pinch pennies and be as budget-savvy as possible, but let’s face the facts – there are some expenses we just can’t get around. That doesn’t mean you can’t get your money’s worth out of the services you need. Below are some ways to save on bills that most of us have to pay every month – feel free to add to our list and share your tips with us!
5 Things That Will Bust Your Budget
Even if we have the best-laid plans set out to stay on track, life occasionally throws us a curve. The smartest way to be prepared for financial emergencies is to have a back-up fund for whatever unexpectedly comes your way. How do you know what you should prepare for? Well, you don’t, but these are some of the most common wrenches that get thrown into the mix:
Feature Friday: Bring Your Data With You!
Are you switching to BudgetSimple from another system? We’ve recently added imports for two of the more common systems we see people switching from.
Oh, Baby!
I’ve seemed to surpass that stage in life when it seems like everyone is getting engaged or married… because now, all of my friends are having kids. I was all aboard the Matrimony Train, but this adventure makes me hesitate just a bit – it’s obviously not something you just jump into.
Frugal Fun
Just because you’re on a budget doesn’t mean that you can’t have any fun. There’s plenty to do on nights and weekends without breaking the bank. I know, because I’d much rather be out and about on a Saturday instead of hiding in my house, especially now that warmer weather is headed our way. Here are some ideas to consider when searching for cheap entertainment.
Feature Friday: Do Math In Fields When Budgeting
Have you ever wanted to adjust your budget, you know you have a deficit of $35.67 and you want to add that to an existing category? It used to be you’d need a calculator to figure out your new budget amount, but this week we made it much easier.
Tighten Your Belt
Now is as good a time as any to tighten your belt, both financially and physically! You don’t have to spend a ton of money to get fit and healthy. Here are some great ideas for working out on a budget.
Spring Cleaning
It’s finally starting to feel more like spring instead of winter, and I’m anxiously awaiting the moment that I can open all of my windows and let fresh air into the house. This is usually the time that I start to pack away cold-weather items and clean spaces from top to bottom.
