kara, Author at From Frugal to Free
It isn’t always easy to figure out how much to tip in America. We tip everyone from coffee baristas to massage therapists. However, the amount varies quite a bit. When you get a massage at an affordable place like Massage Envy, it’s hard to know what’s fair to tip. But it’s important that you do […]
Guest Post: A Frugal Person’s Intro to Travel Hacking
Posted on March 4, 2020 March 2, 2020 by kara
While I’m driving around the U.S, I’ve asked some personal finance friends to share their wisdom. Today we’ve got The Frugal Vagabond here to share his tips on travel hacking. Below is an incredible breakdown of how and why people use travel hacking to save big on travel. And send your congrats to our dear […]
Challenge Your Spending: Saving Money on Insurance
Posted on March 2, 2020 March 30, 2020 by kara
Well it’s official- my monthly income has definitely dropped. I am down to just three jobs (just three jobs?) and three paychecks and my-oh-my, how the numbers have fallen. Thankfully, kicking my own butt for the last 5 months paid off and I am on schedule to be debt free this week! All that excitement aside, I […]
Garden Plants That Are Practically Impossible to Kill In Any Climate
Posted on April 30, 2018 December 7, 2020 by kara
If you have ever tried to grow a plant, you know it can be easier to kill them than to keep them alive. We’re not all blessed with green thumbs. Plants are great to have around the house, as they clean the air and make us happier. Garden plants are also a great way to […]
Save Money By Shopping a Going Out of Business Sale
Ready to save loads of cash and stock up? Then you’re ready for a going out of business sale. More and more stores are moving to predominantly online business models- how many headlines have you read that show another store closing? A going out of business sale can mean huge discounts on all the store’s […]
Posted on April 16, 2018 April 4, 2018 by kara
It’s impossible to turn on the radio and not hear a song that is by or features the The Weeknd. The Weeknd (real name Abel Makkonen Tesfaye), is a singer from Canada who has dominated the pop charts for the last several years. His songs like ‘Can’t Feel My Face’ and ‘Starboy’ have been worldwide hits, […]
It’s tax return season! If you’re looking forward to a tax return you might already be planning out how you’re going to spend it. A new pair of sneakers? A trip to Chile? Everyone deserves nice things. If you haven’t had anything nice in a few months, using your tax return to treat yourself is […]
Why You Should Never Cosign a Loan for Anyone
If you’ve ever been asked to cosign a loan you know that there’s a lot to consider before you sign your name to anything. When you cosign a loan you tell a lender that if the other person on the loan fails to pay it back for any reason, you’ll be the one to pay […]
Should You Buy Used Home Exercise Equipment Or A Gym Membership?
Have you ever told yourself ‘Tomorrow I’m going to start working out’? I know I have countless times. Health is a priority for a lot of people, but finding the time and the money to work out can be a challenge. Is it better to sign up for a gym membership or to make yourself […]
A Guide to Buying Healthy Foods At Walmart
Walmart is a Mecca of affordable pricing. The conglomerate is dedicated to keeping prices super low for it’s customers, which means it’s a great place to shop for those on a budget. Walmart’s low prices don’t mean you have to trade health for savings either. Walmart healthy foods can often be gotten at a bargain price. […]