Keeping track of your spending while traveling can be a challenge, but for our digital nomad family of four, it’s absolutely crucial. It’s the difference between sustaining our lifestyle and running out of funds mid-adventure. Thankfully, a wide array of travel budget trackers, both free and paid, are available to help you monitor your expenses, categorize spending, and even split costs with travel companions. Whether you’re a meticulous planner like my wife or prefer a more laid-back approach like me (though I’ve learned to love tracking!), there’s a tool out there for you. Here’s a rundown of the best travel budget trackers that help our family travel smarter.
Read moreGive Your Child a Head Start in Life With a Roth IRA
For any parent, it’s important to provide the best possible start for their children. One way you can do this is by beginning early with financial investments and planning for their future. Having a Roth IRA in place for your child is an excellent way to take give them a head start with their long-term financial future, no matter how much income they make each year, or what type of work they are doing — from babysitting and mowing lawns to starting their own business. With compounding interest, the power of time and proper budgeting, these investments can become incredibly powerful tools that will result in steady returns during retirement years. Read on to learn more about how setting up a custodial Roth IRA account now can be beneficial to shaping your child’s bright future!
Read morePlanning A Memorable Summer With Your Kids
Summer break is a time for kids to relax, play and explore. However, as parents, it’s a little more stressful to try to entertain your kids for the whole summer. It can be hard for parents to come up with ideas that are both enjoyable and affordable. Don’t worry because we’ve got you covered! Whether your budget allows for costly outings or more wallet-friendly options, this list is sure to have something that your crew will enjoy and make for a memorable summer. So let’s get started on preparing some fun adventures that everyone in your family can look forward to!
Read more25 Christmas Traditions to Start Now
Christmas has always been my favorite time of the year. I love everything about Christmas! Growing up, we had a few traditions and doing those things year after year really made the Christmas season extra special and always meant a lot, especially now looking back. Now that I have two kids, I want to make Christmas even more special! Today I’m going to give you 25 Christmas traditions that you should start now.
Read moreHow to Save Money Buying a Budget-Friendly Wedding Ring Online (E-Ring)
Today I’m going to share with you how to save money when buying a wedding ring by buying it online. When my husband and I first got married, we bought cheap wedding rings from Walmart. We were young and just starting adulthood so we wanted to go easy on the budget. I personally have never bought into the idea of a big fancy diamond wedding ring that costs thousands and thousands. If we are being honest, I prefer other gemstones. My wedding ring from Walmart consisted of a bunch of small stones. I honestly couldn’t even tell you if they were real diamonds.
Read moreHaving a Baby During the COVID-19 Pandemic
As some of you may know, I delivered baby #2 back in April. He was 10 days early but was perfectly healthy. Today I want to share with you what it was like having a baby amid the COVID-19 pandemic and how it differed from when I had my first son.
Read moreWhat You Should Pack in Your Hospital Bag + Free Checklist
Hi guys, since I’m days away from delivering baby #2, I figured today’s topic would be about what you should pack in your hospital go bag. First, it’s super important to pack your bag early, ideally somewhere around 35 weeks. Babies come early all the time and let’s be honest, you don’t want to be scurrying around trying to pack a bag while in labor. You also don’t really want to have to rely on your partner or family member to pack your bag after you’ve already had the baby and are sitting in the hospital. So add it to your to do list early and get it done!
Read more11 Baby Items You DON’T Need and 11 You DO!
As I’m days away from labor (hopefully) with baby #2, I wanted to share with you guys what I’ve found to be essential items for a baby and what you don’t really need. My first child’s baby shower resulted in tons of gifts that ultimately didn’t get used or at least not nearly enough to justify. This second time around, I didn’t even have a baby shower because I still have everything I need from the first one (both boys) and I didn’t want to deal with any more clutter than absolutely necessary. So today I want to share with you my top 11 need items and my top 11 don’t need items.
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