Fees and banks seem to go hand in hand, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Understanding the fine print at your bank will help you choose the best bank and allow you to avoid unwanted fees. One of the challenges we often face when using financial products is not understanding the fine print, […]
Money Management Education
Financial literacy isn’t something most of us learn in school. Even if we are fortunate enough to have a personal finance class during school it’s likely you still need additional education in money management. Money can seem like a complicated topic, but when you break it down into different categories and goals it becomes much […]
How to Handle Financial Speed Bumps
Hitting financial speed bumps is inevitable. It may be a parking fine, unexpected car or home repairs, or emergency medical care. No matter the expense, one thing is certain – everyone experiences financial hiccups from time to time. While you know they happen, you may not know when or how expensive these costs will be. […]
How To Choose a Checking Account
Checking accounts are a must for modern life, but not all checking accounts are made the same. I was recently asked what someone should look for when seeking out a new bank. There’s a lot to consider when looking for a checking account, so let’s dive into what you should look for when you’re hunting […]
7 Reasons Why We Game
This is a sponsored post for Playful Corp. Family game night is a must in our house. It gives us time to play, laugh, and relax with each other. Sometimes it means a little (okay a lot) of friendly competition, too. One of the best times of the year is coming soon-everyone has a holiday break which […]
How To Pay For (or attend) A Wedding On A Budget
Spring and summer are prime wedding seasons, and whether you’re getting married or attending a wedding it can take a big (or huuugggee) bite out of your budget. There are a ton of ways to save on both attending a wedding and your own nuptials, and I’ll break them down below. I have some experience […]
Working Parent’s Guide To Snow Days
When it comes to living life to the fullest (on a budget, of course) that means we don’t often have time for sick days or snow days. Of course, combining the two can be a double whammy, and unfortunately it happens more than I’d like in the winter. Between constantly juggling work, managing the kids […]
HydraFacial Review: Is it worth the cost?
I was recently asked to try a HydraFacial-it’s an insanely moisturizing facial that’s perfect for fall, winter, and really year-round as we age. I received a complimentary treatment, and want to share my honest review of the HydraFacial with you. I was a little undecided at first-I mean Centsible Life focuses on getting the most […]
7 Ways To Start Making Money From Home TODAY
Finding ways to make money online can be a challenge, but I have 5 easy ways you can start making money online. While this won’t be ‘change your life money’ it could help you pay off debt in your free time, reach that savings goal you’re working towards, and it could add up fast! 7 […]
What bank is best? Where should you stash your cash?
What bank is best? It’s not a simple question. Where you keep your money is almost as important as having it after all! There are so many accounts, credit cards, and banks and figuring out which ones to use can be a challenge. Since I often get asked what bank I use, what credit cards I […]
