7 Daily Habits of the Wealthy
Remarkably, Corley discovered that rich folks have a lot more in common than only income. They share the same habits and daily behaviors, which, for the most part, he did not find among the poor.
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7 Simple Secrets to Make Jeans Last Longer
/18 Comments/by Mary HuntThese days, jeans seem to rip and fall apart long before their time, a problem with simple solutions for how to make jeans last longer.
17 Ways to Simplify Your Life: How to Desire Less
/18 Comments/by Mary HuntWould you be willing to accept a reduction in pay if you could work fewer hours to spend more time with your family? It is a lovely thought, but how realistic? Working less usually means earning less—hardly an option for most people. But that doesn’t mean we cannot take small steps to simplify our complicated lives. A little bit here and there, and before you know it, your efforts will add up to something significant.
How to Break Bad Money Habits
/1 Comment/by Mary HuntMoney a little tight these days? You might assume it’s due to rising costs, tightening credit and the fact you haven’t had a raise in, like, forever. But truthfully, if your basic needs are being met, problems you’re having are more likely a result of bad money habits you’ve picked up—behaviors you’ve repeated so often […]
Christmas Gift Ideas for Teens 2023
/0 Comments/by Mary HuntFinding the perfect gift for teen boys and girls is almost impossible. Teenagers like what they like. Funny thing. I’m kinda’ the same way. So what do teens like? Here are some really cool ideas to get you started. Before you read on, make sure you have your sense of humor handy. This Gift Guide for Teens is nothing if not a lot of fun, no matter your age.
How to Cook and Keep the Kitchen Clean at the Same Time
/6 Comments/by Mary HuntI love to cook. And I enjoy inviting guests for dinner parties or more casual meals. What I hate is the big ugly mess that happens in the kitchen as I’m cooking and concentrating on getting everything on the table. My kitchen is right out there in the open for all to see, which is why I’ve come up with strategies to cook and keep the kitchen clean at the same time.
Broke and In Debt? How to Give Yourself an Extreme Money Makeover
/4 Comments/by Mary HuntThere’s nothing like a job-layoff notice, getting a call from the bank saying you’ve bounced your account to the moon—or in my case back in the ‘80s learning that our home was about to be foreclosed—to tell you that you need an extreme money makeover. Simple steps to get started in today’s post …
Readers’ Tips Often Come with More than Just Great Ideas
/0 Comments/by Mary HuntThe only thing I love more than great tips from my readers are the words of love and thanks. Yeah, I’m a sucker for friendship and I value that more than you know.
10 Gorgeous, Low-Maintenance Houseplants That are Really Hard to Kill
/3 Comments/by Mary HuntI love houseplants and I do have some beauties! The truth is I don’t have a green thumb, I just know a few tricks and tips that I will gladly share with you because healthy, beautiful houseplants are an economic way to bring instant warmth to a home, condo, apartment, room, RV—wherever you call home …
Laundry Stripping is the Easy Solution for Dingy Gray Sheets, Towels, Underwear
/51 Comments/by Mary HuntI can’t recall a time when I was excited and at the same time embarrassed to tell you about something so amazing that I’ve discovered. Excited because it’s a super dramatic solution to a common problem, embarrassed because it’s somewhat gross. Let me just put it this way: I would have sworn that I have the cleanest, whitest, softest laundry in town. You’re not going to believe this …
How to Guarantee You’ll Stick to Your New Year’s Resolution
/4 Comments/by Mary HuntSo, did you make any New Years’ resolutions? Reportedly, half of us do that. Here we are, only hours into 2022, and how are you doing?
Before you answer, let me promise you that if you’re struggling or have already fallen off the wagon—it’s not your fault. It was bound to happen! You’re not a loser and failure does not define you …
The Best Mattress Toppers to Help You Sleep Better
/10 Comments/by Mary HuntWhether you’re looking for the kind of cushioning that hugs a body, better support, or perhaps just a touch of softness—without the need to get a pricey new mattress—consider a mattress topper. Adding this to your mattress can make it a lot more comfortable, meaning a better night’s sleep. Photo Illustration CONTENTS Do you need […]
The Chair
/22 Comments/by Mary HuntWhen I tell you that I am a born-messy, for whom the years have magnified that trait, it is not with joy. Embarrassment would be more like it. Join me as I step into the confessional. Faithful readers of this blog know that I often write about the power of organization to defeat clutter, a […]
3 Steps to a Simple Budget that Will Change Your Life
/12 Comments/by Mary HuntFinancial budgets are like training wheels: they help you get moving and offer you confidence as you learn how to balance.
5 Breakthrough Secrets to Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half Now
/21 Comments/by Mary HuntEven if you never clip a single coupon, you can still cut your grocery bill in half just by changing the way that you shop. These five secrets are about to change your life forever!
Simple Tricks to Make Household Stuff Last Longer, Stretch Farther
/63 Comments/by Mary HuntBeing wasteful is easy, especially when everything seems to be so plentiful and simple to replenish. Just order more. Or run to the store, right? Sure, we love to buy things on sale but that’s not the only way—nor the best way—to cut costs. Discovering simple ways to make things last longer and stretch farther is a surefire way to save time and money
Where to Find Basic Essentials When the Shelves are Empty
/2 Comments/by Mary HuntThe disruption to U.S. food supply chains continues to play out in grocery stores and supermarkets across the country. Our best proactive move is to know where and how to find basic essentials when prices skyrocket or shelves are empty. Good news! Finding the essentials you need may not require you to stand in long […]
How to Detail Car Interior Using These Homemade Cleaners
/8 Comments/by Mary HuntRemember that pristine, fresh, clean feeling of slipping behind the wheel of your new car? Cleaning the interior of your car may not restore that new car smell, but it will certainly improve the air quality. Washing the windows, getting rid of trash and clutter, and cleaning the carpet and seats can help you breathe easier and could even … um, well, improve your driving skills!
Financial Planners 101
/1 Comment/by Mary HuntOver the past few months, I’ve noticed a growing trend in my mailbox—readers in search of financial planners or advisors. Or assistants. When taken in the message’s context it’s pretty clear that not everyone means the same thing when they refer to a financial planneradvisorcoachassistanthelper! One reader wanted to know where to find a financial planner […]
11 Money Savers That Will Pay for Themselves in a Year or Less
/7 Comments/by Mary HuntGadgets that do cool stuff are awesome. And when they also function to save money? That is amazing. Consider these 11 money-savers that are so great, they’ll recoup their cost quickly, in their first year (your mileage may vary).
4 Reasons to Kick the Credit Card Habit
/by Mary HuntThere are many reasons not to carry credit card debt, like this: It’s expensive! Even if you don’t carry cc debt, you need to kick the habit!
11 Ways to Get the Best Online Deals and Discounts
/19 Comments/by Mary HuntJust about everyone who shops online knows to look for a promotional code of some kind before hitting checkout. But digital coupons are only one of 11 tricks, tips and ways I have for you today—savvy things you can do to get the biggest discounts and best online deals.
How to Make Glass, Mirror and Window Cleaner
/6 Comments/by Mary HuntIf there’s one thing you confidently can stop buying ever again, it’s glass cleaner. You already have ingredients around the house that will work to clean glass, windows and mirrors—from vinegar to vodka (true!) to warm soapy water. The problem is that these items, used as single ingredients, have significant drawbacks. Vinegar will do a fairly […]
How to Manage Money: Crash Course for College Freshmen and Others, Too
/1 Comment/by Mary HuntAll around the country, newly-minted high school graduates are heading off to college. They’ll be taking a lot of things with them, but statistics tell us that financial literacy is one of them. If I could spend a little time with these awesome students, I’d attempt to cram the basics for how to manage money into their heads, then pray that it penetrates their hearts.
How to Slash a Family’s Food Budget without Causing a Revolt
/21 Comments/by Mary HuntThe year was 1992. We’d just come through 10 long years of repaying more than $100,000 of credit card debt I’d stupidly amassed. I’d come this close to losing my marriage, my family, our home and basically blowing up my life. Debt has a way of doing that. After ten years, we’d brought that awful […]
How to Avoid Christmas Debt When You’re Short on Cash
/3 Comments/by Mary HuntAnd just like that, we’re headlong into the most wonderful time of the year, when I challenge you to make it a debt-free Christmas. Because there are few things that feel as good as facing the New Year knowing that everything is paid in full—no Christmas debt to hit you in the face come mid-January. […]
Your Best Money Year Ever
/4 Comments/by Mary HuntFor years (and years), I lived under a dark cloud of worry that I would end up financially destitute—a bag lady. The things I did to prove I was wrong just made everything worse!
Having lived through that season of my life (which lasted for more than 25 years!) … I’ve learned a few things: First, that debt is a liar and a thief. Second—money in the bank changes everything.
No matter your situation right now, I know that 2019 can be your best money year ever. Want to get started right now? Let me show you, in today’s post. It comes with this promise: I’ll walk with you through every day of 2019, cheering you on and help you in any way I can! See you there …
Love, Mary ❤️