Money Hacks

Have you ever tried a no spend day? If you answered 'no' - plan one! Start small by working one no spend day a month into your calendar. Discover how easy it can be (with a little planning) and work…

Earn extra income by renting out your spare bedroom on AirBnB. Create the opportunity to meet new people, expand your horizons, or simply make extra cash. Many people rent rooms upwards of $100 a night! Be sure to check the…

Do you dread boring leftover night? Instead of trashing your leftovers or simply reheating - transform them into a tasty new meal. Throw them into the fridge or freezer and have fun getting creative with ideas to jazz them up…

There are many free events happening near you that you may not even know about! Check out your city or community website to get in the know. You can often find free entertainment, free food, or even free stuff! Get…

Remember how simple life was as a child? Think back to before you had a credit card – when twenty dollars felt like one hundred. Embrace the nostalgia and get back to basics with your finances. Next time you are…

When traveling overseas make sure to use a credit card that doesn’t charge foreign transaction fees. Additionally, use one that offers ‘travel rewards’ so you can redeem credits against travel transactions. A good example is the Barclaycard Wold Elite Mastercard…

Start this year by investing in a freezer and discover the many possibilities of saving money by saving food! Stock up on items while they are in season or on sale to fill up your freezer without freezing your bank…

Looking for ways to save money on your bills? Perform an energy audit on your home and find out where and why energy is being wasted. Most gas companies will do this for free or very low cost – or…

Are you paying Private Mortgage Insurance on your home? If you initially bought a house with a down payment of less than 20% and have been making payments towards your home, you may be able to have your PMI removed…

If you frequent the same stores for the majority of your purchases, an in-store credit card could be much more beneficial than a general rewards credit card. Many companies like Lowe’s, Target, and Gap offer store-branded cards that reward you…