Last week, I challenged my Frugal Feminista community and myself to a $20 Cash Crash Diet 5-Day Challenge after noticing that my spending had become a bit reckless for recent months. I created a Facebook closed community for support and accountability and this structure worked wonderfully. I was able to be more mindful about my purchases and truly forced myself to choice … [Read more...]
Money Monday: 5 Ways To Build An Emergency Fund When Times Are Tight
When you’re struggling just to pay the bills, the last thing on your mind is building an emergency fund. The sad fact is that nearly two-thirds of Americans have less than $1000 in savings. But just because we’re having trouble making ends meet doesn’t mean fate will pass us by. Washing machines break, car alternators fail, and pipes burst whether we’re struggling or … [Read more...]