A zero based budget is a simple way for beginners to create a budget thats easy to stick to so you can hit your finance goals. Here’s how to make one. I used to hate budgets. I’ve tried so many times over the years to make a budget, and then never stick to it. I…
Inside: What to do in Nova Scotia In The Fall; Best places to see fall colours in Nova Scotia; Where to pick apples; haunted tours Nova Scotia Although Summer is my favourite season, Fall in Nova Scotia definitely has some appeal. Typically the weather in late September and October is cooler and averages around 10…
Saving for retirement has always been intimidating to me. I have many years of work left, I have a job that doesn’t provide a pension and I will have to change jobs before I retire. There’s a reason most people don’t think about retirement until later in life; it’s scary. I have no idea when…
Inside: What to do in Grand Marais; Where to eat in Grand Marais; why you should visit Northern Minnesota. On my recent trip to Thunder Bay, my best friend and I drove about an hour and a half into Northern Minnesota to Grand Marais, such a cute little town of about 1300 people. Grand Marais…
Inside: 10 things to do in Thunder Bay; Hiking in Thunder Bay; What to do while visiting Thunder Bay Ontario. Located right on Lake Superior Thunder Bay is a city of about 100,000 people and it’s an outdoor persons dream! If you’re into winter sports, hiking, or fishing this is a great place for you….
I’m off to Thunder Bay, Ontario tomorrow morning so I thought I would share with you what’s in my carry on! It’s imperative to pack your bag with important items and to make sure you don’t have any banned items, which will make going through security a lot easier and faster. The first step is…
The 7 bank accounts you need that will make your life easier and your finances more organized. Make your money work for you! When you think of bank accounts, you may just think of checking and saving accounts, but to be truly organized, you may need 7 or more bank accounts! I know this might…
When you are going to Walt Disney World you have lots of options for hotels. The Disney World Value Resorts are fun, clean and a great value for your money. When you are going to Walt Disney World in Florida you have lots of options for places to stay. The two main choices are if…
Many of you told me about your bucket list travel dreams on my Facebook page! Thanks for sharing with me. I love getting new ideas of cool places to go! I always have a list in my head of places I want to go, it’s constantly changing as I see new places, and chat with…
