Given that we are about 10 weeks into the state of emergency here in Nova Scotia, and I have been off work for 11 weeks, I thought it would be interesting to look at our budget before the pandemic and compare it to what it’s currently like.  Let me tell you, this was an eye […]

Starting a budget can be intimidating! Here are my budgeting tips for beginners that will help you start budgeting on the right foot. If you’re just starting your budget, or maybe having trouble sticking to one, you are in the right place! Even though I have been budgeting consistently for the last almost 3 years, […]

Are you a couple or family living on one income? Us too! Here are my best tips on how to live frugally but still enjoy life on low income. Many of us are finding ourselves living on one income, or living on a low income right now. I have personally been without income for almost […]

Inside: How to make a grocery budget; how to make a food budget you can stick to; how to spend less on groceries; saving money on food Here’s the deal; everyone has to eat! When you’re making your monthly or biweekly budget you might be wondering how much you should budget for food or groceries. […]