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Got big financial goals to hit? Let us help you achieve success with these budgeting tips.

My Secret $17 Hack for Making Worn-Out Living Room Pillows Look Great AgainDesign Ideas
These work for bed, chair, and bench decorative throw pillows, too!
Sarah Lyon
2 days ago
The Best Modular Sofas Under $1,000
Shopping
Find an arrangement that works for you without breaking the bank.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Nov 27, 2023
56 Delightful Gift Ideas Under $10Life
Here are some gift ideas that are small but mighty.
Jennifer Beck Goldblatt
Nov 6, 2023
9 Things You Should Always Pay for with a Credit Card (and a Few You Should Never)Life
A credit card can be a traveler’s best friend.
Sarah Landrum
Sep 3, 2023
7 Things You Should Never Spend Money on at the AirportLife
Don’t let a long layover turn into a shopping spree.
Jennifer Prince
Jul 11, 2023
The 12 Best Sofas Under $800 (They’re Seriously Stylish, Too)Design Ideas
Part budget-friendly, part luxe, you're going to love these picks.
Sarah M. Vazquez
Jun 5, 2023
11 Brands That Will Fill the Bed Bath & Beyond Void in Your LifeLife
From HomeGoods to Dormify!
Blair Donovan
May 31, 2023
I Tried TikTok’s Amazon Price-Matching Hack at TargetLife
This sneaky tip can save you cash on every Target run.
Kristen Garaffo
Apr 12, 2023
I’m a Style Editor, and These Are My Favorite Arhaus Finds Under $100Design Ideas
One of my go-to “budget” shopping tricks, especially if I’m in a decorating rut? Browsing higher-end home brands — which might typically fall out of my furniture price range — specifically for home decor. Sure, pieces still might skew a little costly comparatively, but even investing in something as small as a new pillow or vase can make my entire space feel gloriously new.
Blair Donovan
Apr 5, 2023
The Tried-and-True Grocery Shopping Method I Use to Stay on Budget — Even with Food Inflation
Living
No coupon cutting required.
Allison Ditmer
Apr 5, 2023
This Is the Easiest Hack for Saving Money on Large-Scale Rugs
Style
Anyone can re-create this idea, in any space.
Blair Donovan
Mar 23, 2023
8 "Mindful Spending" Ideas to Try This Year, According to a Financial TherapistLife
And budget-savvy TikTokers.
Jennifer Prince
Mar 20, 2023
20 Money-Saving Tips to Take the Pressure Off Your Wallet Right NowLife
Here's how to save on everything — without the stress.
Heather Bien
Mar 20, 2023
I Sent My Monthly Budget to a Finance ExpertLife
Here's what I'm doing right, and 3 things she told me to change.
Brittany Anas
Mar 20, 2023
This Easy Home Decor Hack Makes Tablecloths Super-AffordableProjects & Improvements
It's so easy, it'll make you say, “Why didn’t I think of that sooner?”
Nomita Vaish-Taylor
Feb 7, 2023
These Are the 31 Smartest Ways to Save on Decor This YearDesign Ideas
There are so many ultra-affordable (and even free!) ways to zhuzh up your home, so it's easy to make this your best decorating year yet.
Sarah Lyon
Jan 18, 2023
4 Things I Do to Save Money Every Time I Book a Hotel, as a Travel WriterLife
Every $50 really adds up when you're planning a vacation.
Jennifer Prince
Jan 17, 2023
6 Smart Ways to Lower Your Electric Bill, According to Real Estate ProsReal Estate
Here's what to try.
Sarah Kuta
Jan 12, 2023
The Top Reasons Your Local “Buy Nothing” Facebook Group Is Great for Decor
Style
It's free!
Cori Sears
Dec 10, 2022
The One Budgeting Tip Experts Swear By When Gift ShoppingLife
Because 'tis the season to overspend, and overdoing it in the name of delighting your loved ones happens — a lot.
Kara Nesvig
Nov 26, 2022
7 Tips and Tricks I Use to Make Budgeting More ADHD-FriendlyLife
An ADHDer’s guide to making "cents" of finances.
Dylan M. Austin
Nov 12, 2022
16 Design Enthusiasts Share Their Best Free Home Decor FindsDesign Ideas
They're almost too good to be true!
Sarah Lyon
Nov 10, 2022
5 Home Decor Trends That Can Actually Save You Money This Fall and WinterDesign Ideas
Pretty and practical is the name of the game.
Sarah Lyon
Nov 7, 2022
5 Affordable Aldi Staples That Have Helped Me Lower My Grocery BillLife
The $3 shredded cheese is a huge get.
Kate Oczypok
Oct 22, 2022
10 West Elm Finds Under $20 That Make Perfect Gifts for Anyone on Your List (or Yourself!)
Shopping
Bonus: They won't break the bank!
Alyssa Longobucco
Oct 17, 2022
Here's One Simple Way to Lower Your Grocery Bill This WeekLife
No matter where you shop.
Heather Bien
Oct 9, 2022
Give Your Space a Makeover for Less with These 10 Wayfair Finds Under $100
Shopping
You're going to want every one of these stylish steals.
Cullen Ormond
Sep 14, 2022
I'm in HR and My Husband is a Medical Resident — We Spent $62 on GroceriesLife
We came in $13 under budget!
Mara Weinraub
Aug 20, 2022
This Is How Much It Cost to Move Out, After My Boyfriend and I Broke Our LeaseLife
One day we're putting together an IKEA couch, the next we’re loading the U-Haul.
Celina Aquino
Aug 10, 2022
My Friends and I Make the Same Salary — This Is How Our Budgets CompareLife
I sat down with four of my friends, who all make the same salary as me, to get insight on how they handle their personal finances.
Celina Aquino
Aug 8, 2022
6 Homebuyers Share How Moving to the Suburbs Impacted Their BudgetsLife
Who knew mulch could be so expensive?
Heather Bien
Jul 25, 2022
Here’s How a “Capsule Wardrobe” for Groceries Can Help You Stick to Your BudgetLife
A capsule pantry, if you will.
Carla Delgado
Jul 6, 2022
IKEA Has a Perfect Tiny Bedroom, Space-Saving Nightstand for Under $40Design Ideas
This piece saves you space and money!
Savannah West
Jul 3, 2022
The 8 Best Under-$1,000 One-Room Makeovers We've Ever SeenHome Projects
These DIY makeovers made the most of tight budgets.
Kelly Dawson
Jun 22, 2022
Try This Simple 3-Step Trick Next Time You’re Shopping to Avoid Buyer’s RemorseLife
It's called the 10-10-10 rule.
Kara Nesvig
Jun 4, 2022
This Is the Cheapest, Cutest End Table Idea for Your Small SpaceDesign Ideas
This idea could cost you little to nothing.
Savannah West
May 25, 2022
Bringing Home a Pet? Don't Forget to Budget for These 6 Sneaky Expenses
Starter Packs
“Having a pet involves a lot of expenses that most people do not even consider,” says veterinarian and behaviorist Paola Cuevas. “They need much more than just food and love.” 
Jennifer Prince
May 25, 2022
I’m a Dietitian and Spent $98.98 on a Week’s Worth of Groceries at TargetLife
The haul includes a total of 21 different items.
Lauren Manaker
May 13, 2022
5 Things I've Learned Since I Started Getting My Groceries DeliveredLife
"I am immensely aware of this privilege — knowing that someone else can shop for my groceries, and then deliver them to me."
Michael La Corte
May 2, 2022
I Figured Out How to Basically Get My Costco Membership for FreeLife
This trick might just work for you, too.
Heather McClees
Apr 29, 2022
5 Surprising Ways to Save Money on Groceries, According to a Budgeting ExpertLife
Use the self-checkout option!
Andrea Woroch
Apr 28, 2022
5 Things to Do Before Student Loan Payments ResumeLife
Here's what to do and when to start.
Rudri Bhatt Patel
Apr 10, 2022
Before and After: I Made Over My Rental’s Entryway for Under $200Projects & Improvements
I devised a plan that would have a big impact without costing a ton of money. It was also simple enough that I could do most of it myself, on my own timeline. 
Hannah Baker
Apr 6, 2022
Setting a Budget for Your Home Repair Project? This Is the Google Sheet You Need
Starter Packs
Because budgeting for even a basic repair project can feel overwhelming.
Lauren Wellbank
Apr 4, 2022
Give Your Space a Luxe Look for Less with These Walmart Finds Under $200Life
Hint: They're *way* less expensive than they look.
Alyssa Longobucco
Mar 24, 2022
A Joyful, Colorful Miami House Was Decorated on a Budget With Stencils and PaintTours
Sarah Coleman and her partner had to decorate their Miami house on a very small budget. "Everything we did was stencils and paint because it was the most affordable option. I wanted the gorgeous wallpapers and new shiny fixtures, but we had to do everything little by little and do it creatively, so we weren’t broke all of the time!"
Adrienne Breaux
Mar 18, 2022
The Best Furniture and Decor You Can Get Right Now for Under $100Design Ideas
Proof that you don’t have to compromise style for savings.
Blair Donovan
Mar 13, 2022
How to Budget for Decorating Your First ApartmentLife
The reality is, no matter how much or how little money you have to spend when decorating your first apartment, planning out your overall budget from the get-go is a must. Here, experts explain how to do so in a way you can easily stick to.
Avery Matera
Mar 2, 2022
The 10 Best Brands for Budget-Friendly Bedroom Furniture (That Aren't IKEA)Design Ideas
The Swedish retailer is always a great option, but these other wallet-friendly brands will broaden your horizons.
Blair Donovan
Feb 13, 2022
This Bestselling Amazon Hamper Has Made Laundry Day So Much Easier — and Now I’m Telling Everyone About ItCleaning
I wish I bought it sooner!
Britt Franklin
Feb 4, 2022
17 Valentine’s Day Gifts We Heart from Nordstrom (for $50 or Less!)Life
Bonus: They're stylish and thoughtful.
Alyssa Longobucco
Feb 2, 2022
Our Favorite Budgeting Tips From House Tours in 2021Life
Decking out your space doesn't have to break the bank.
Ashley Abramson
Dec 27, 2021
5 Budgeting Apps That Make Money Planning EasierLife
According to finance experts.
Rudri Bhatt Patel
Dec 11, 2021
10 Instagram Accounts That Will Help You Stick to a Holiday Shopping BudgetLife
Get ready to take notes.
Nicole Edenedo
Nov 29, 2021
How I Knew I Was Ready To Commission a Custom Piece of FurnitureLife
Creative consultant Nicolette Mason breaks down her dream-worthy bed.
De Elizabeth
Nov 22, 2021
How to Revamp Your Space with Just $25, $50, $75, or $100
Style
Small budgets, big impact! Refresh any room (in style) without breaking the bank.
Blair Donovan
Oct 28, 2021
A Furniture Flipper's Denver Home Is Full of Fabulous Budget Furniture FaceliftsTours
"Furnishing our home with unique Facebook Marketplace finds and old pieces my family was getting rid of has become one of my biggest passions," explains Leslie Jarrett. "There is something special about bringing pieces that were on their way to the landfill back to life!"
Adrienne Breaux
Oct 22, 2021
10 Luxe Pottery Barn Finds That Look Expensive but Are Under $100
Shopping
Budget-friendly *and* beautiful.
Alyssa Longobucco
Oct 20, 2021
4 Important Money Lessons I Learned From Growing Up in Foster CareLife
My childhood wasn't easy, but it taught me important lessons about life and money.
Taryn Williams
Oct 13, 2021
7 Important Questions to Ask Yourself Before Splurging on an "Investment Piece"Life
According to money and resale experts.
Kara Nesvig
Oct 8, 2021
5 of the Easiest Budgeting Lessons AT Readers Have Ever LearnedLife
"I think it’s absolutely saved me money because at the end of the day, I want my money to go to the principle, not to interest."
Ella Cerón
Oct 1, 2021