Budget Finances Archives - Page 5 of 8

Five Things I Learned From Getting My First Car

August 19

So, my car back home is 12 years old, and I am really, really attached to it. It was my very first car, a hand me down from the parental units, and I’ve had it ever since. I’ve had a lot of people ask why I still drive it. After all, America is the land … Continued

How to Negotiate a Better Deal

August 14

If you’ve ever wondered how to negotiate a better deal, today’s guest post from my Aussie friend Richard is just for you! Also, stay tuned at the bottom of the post, because we’re giving away an iPad mini! Oh yeah! 😀 You should never be afraid to start small and negotiate your way to the … Continued

How To Travel In India: Tips From My Husband

August 12

I’ve been keeping a secret from you, blog peeps! I hope you’ll forgive me, but I didn’t want the blog boogeyman to come and get me while I was home alone without the hubs, who just got back from a 3 week trip to India! We paid for his entire trip with my side hustle … Continued

Tips for Getting Your First Credit Card

August 7

Well, it’s not as cool as getting your first car, but if you’re thinking about getting a credit card for the first time, there are a few things you might want to think about. With so many companies and products available, getting your first credit card can definitely be a challenge. But, fear not, Budget … Continued

How to Avoid A Savings Addiction

August 6

The following is a guest post from the very talented Jessi. Jessi is a wife, mother, and avid budget fanatic. She is the author of The Budget Mama, a lifestyle blog dedicated to helping others reach their full financial potential. She covers topics from Personal Finance, DIY projects, Green Living, Organization, Recipes, and the joy … Continued

5 Pieces of Money Advice For Everyone

July 16

The following is contribution by Celina Jones. If you are interested in posting on BudgetBlonde, please e-mail me at Cat BudgetBlonde com. It can be hard to determine whether a particular piece of money advice is right for you, and the Internet is full of ideas and opinions! However, there are some tried and true pieces of advice that almost everyone can benefit from. … Continued

My Budget Breakdown (For The First Time!)

July 15

It’s kind of hard to believe that I’ve never really shared a budget breakdown on this blog. I guess I’ve been comfortable telling you about all of my money mistakes and my credit card debt (that I eventually paid off.) I’ve even blabbed about the six figure student loan debt that the hubs and I … Continued

5 Tips for Newlyweds to Create a Strong Financial Future

June 27

The following is a guest post. To submit a guest post idea to Budget Blonde, please e-mail Cat Budget Blonde com. Editor’s Note: June is wedding season, y’all, and that means lots of couples will be tying the knot, taking their honeymoons, and trying to get through that first year of marriage! I’ve … Continued

Does Hanging Clothes On The Line Really Save You Money?

May 28

Hanging clothes on the line to save money is definitely becoming popular again. With so many people still hit with the effects of the recession, hanging clothes is one way to save a few bucks. Or is it? Doing laundry in Grenada is quite the process. Our washing machine is outside, and when I first … Continued

In Life & Finances, You Are More Adaptable Than You Think

May 14

If there’s one thing I’ve learned during the past few years, it’s that all of us – yes all of us – are so much more adaptable than we think. Growing up, my parents worked extremely hard, and my siblings and I were very fortunate. However, that nice life we knew came to a very … Continued

Tag: Budget Finances