Woman sitting on couch drinking coffee

Frustrated With Your Finances?

Hi, I’m Kristin and I used the feel the exact same way…

I can help.

My husband and I paid off $54,500 of debt in under 20 months and I learned a thing or two along the way.

I can teach you how to save money, get out of debt and love your life on a budget. It’s possible, I promise.

If you want practical advice, actionable tips, and encouragement to improve your finances, stick around…you’re in the right place.

I’m so happy you’re here!

HOW CAN I HELP YOU?


STRUGGLING TO SAVE MONEY?

GET YOUR FREE GUIDE…

Click the button below to download your 101 Frugal Living Tips free guide and start saving money today!

RECENT ARTICLES


  • 10 Budget Swaps That Cut Spending Fast
    Cutting spending doesn’t require a full lifestyle overhaul. Small changes often work fastest because they’re easy to keep up with. These ten swaps focus on habits that cost more than they deliver. Each one replaces waste with something that actually helps your budget. Choose Store Brands Over Name Brands One of the quickest ways to…
  • Middle Class Finances Are Under Pressure (and it’s Starting to Show)
    Middle-class Americans are often described as financially stable, but that label no longer matches how many people actually feel month to month. Paychecks still come in, bills still get paid, and on paper everything looks fine, yet the margin for error keeps shrinking. What used to feel manageable now feels tight, even for households doing…
  • 8 Everyday Items That Feel Overpriced Now
    Prices continue to rise, and a lot of everyday purchases no longer feel reasonable. Items people once grabbed without thinking now cause hesitation at checkout. These eight examples highlight where the value feels out of balance and why so many people are rethinking routine spending. Brand Name Cereal Cereal used to feel like a simple,…
  • New SNAP Rules Could Shift How Some Families Cover Grocery Costs
    New work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP, have started taking effect in additional states under a new law supported by President Donald Trump. The changes, which are already shaping how low-income Americans qualify for food assistance, aim to move more adults into employment or job training as a condition of…
  • 12 Purchases That Earn Back Their Cost Quickly
    Some purchases feel expensive upfront but end up saving money fast. These are the items people buy once and then wonder why they waited so long. The value shows up quickly through lower bills, fewer replacements, or avoided spending in other areas. A Programmable Thermostat A programmable thermostat pays for itself by cutting energy waste….
  • 10 New Income Ideas People Are Testing in 2026
    Rising costs are pushing people to find ways to earn more without burning out. Many of these ideas fit into real schedules and don’t take over your life. They build on skills, time, or resources people already have. Low start-up costs make it easier to try without big risk. Fast results also help people see…