How Long Could you do a No Spend Challenge for? We are 2 months into our 6 month no spend challenge. I have enjoyed it more than I thought I would despite a few obstacles along the way. The next few months will be interesting with Fathers Day, my daughters birthday, 2 trips, a long …
How to use VIP and Discount Reward Programs in Australia Most Australians know of FlyBuys, Everyday Rewards and Qantas Frequent Flyers but did you know there are so many more VIP clubs you can get freebies and discounts from? Ask every shop you go to, every cafe, restaurant or anywhere you spend money if they have …
How do you get enough money to leave an abusive relationship? What financial help is there and how do you access it? ***Trigger warning*** I have personally experienced domestic violence. This article contains some of my personal experience along with that of others who have shared with me. It may cause triggers, although I have …
Do you need more money fast? Along with our post on 10 ways to make $1,000 in a month plus our 6 month no spend challenge we are throwing in a fast money challenge. How much money can we make in 10 days? Here is what we will be doing to make money fast, I’ll provide a final …
What saves more money living in a home in the suburbs or living in an inner-city apartment? In 2015, we moved from a large 4 bedroom home with a huge backyard, our own chickens, a swimming pool and lots of space in the suburbs of Canberra to a tiny 2 bedroom unit right in the …
I often see dresses and skirts I like that fit me everywhere but that I wish were just that little bit longer. The op shops are full of them. I get around this dilemma by adding a contrast strip to the bottom of the dress. It’s quite easy to do, takes less than 30 minutes …
We are 10 days into our no spend challenge and so far we’ve done well. It was the start of school holidays when we started which can often see a blow-out in the budget with movies, takeaway and other expenses to keep the kids entertained. Instead, I was super sick and we had no option …
Upon reviewing our finances this financial year it was clear we slipped up. There were big changes, huge medical bills and an interstate move plus we developed and attitude of laziness and ‘we deserve it’. As in, we deserve that ice cream because it has been a hard day. We “deserve” take away because we …
How to Create your own DIY Lettuce Hanger Since we got chickens our vegetable garden has been looking less than full and while it is winter here lettuce still grows well. We eat a lot of lettuce which we prefer to grow ourselves than buy. It’s fresher, crips and always available. Lettuce is one of …
Ever wondered why some people always look chic and gorgeous and you just know that they are not rolling in the dough? Great news! You can too, here are 6 ways you can come across as expensive without busting the bank. Work Your Collars A classic and crisp white button-up is an easy way to …