Money

What’s a spending-free weekend, you ask? It’s two days in a row where you try not to spend any money on anything. No brunches. No coffee. No purchases whatsoever. It might sound a bit extreme, but it could be a neat tool to have in your financial tool belt when it comes to sticking to a budget, saving more money and learning to live with less. A money-free weekend doesn’t have to be a bore, though!

One pro says this tip cuts her grocery bill by up to $100.

You probably have these costume supplies already.

Your twenties can be a challenging time when it comes to your finances—you’re young, you’re free, and you’re just starting out in your career, but you’re also likely in debt and still learning about how to successfully plan your spending and saving for next month, let alone ten years down the road (and everything in between).

From surveys, to tomatoes, to dogs.

Sure, I’ll treat myself for “free.”

Your bank account will thank you later.

Here’s what to seek out — and what to avoid.

It’s great for thrifting newbies, too.

Living spaces become much more enjoyable when you fill them with quality pieces you love — and that are built to last.

Wine glasses are a lovely thing to have around, whether you’re enjoying a glass of vino while watching your favorite TV show or hosting a dinner party for 12 people. But this kind of glassware can also be very delicate — we’ve lost count of the number of times we’ve broken a glass while washing dishes or just by setting one on the countertop a little too vigorously.

It makes summer easier to bear.

Don’t let a long layover turn into a shopping spree.

You might save either $5 or $50 on a beloved item.

From HomeGoods to Dormify!

You’re 183 days away from bulking up your savings while overseas.

It’s essential to my deck decor.

From oat milk to frozen fruit, take a trip to the dollar store.

I’ve been renting in New York City for almost nine years and still can’t anticipate all of the quirks that the apartment I’m hoping to rent might have. The “surprise!” moment after my boyfriend and I rented a one-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn was finding out that only two out of the five outlets in our living room actually work.

Hello, fresh produce and calm aisles.

It chopped the cost of my charcuterie board in half.

The secret ingredient is probably already in your fridge.

Check out what may be the cutest mugs you’ve ever seen.

Try the Farmer's Pantry Honey Butter Cornbread Crisps for a cheap and delicious snack. They're $1.25 at the Dollar Tree.