The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

After I had kids, I swapped that time to growing all sorts of interesting heirloom foods in my backyard. Besides dealing with my sudden unemployment when my oldest child was a toddler, I was hoping to figure out a way to extend my time at home with him. We share our home with a 70lb rescued mutt. Enjoying some outdoor time.

Kids and Family 181

Kids and Family Home and Garden Money Frugal 181

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 11, 2020

I’ve shared before that April is the most expensive month of the year for us because our homeowners/auto insurance and property taxes are all due, along with any federal or state taxes that we might owe. We need to revisit that plan and make adjustments based on what we’re dealing with now. Cash is King.

Budget 246

Budget Budgeting Family Debt 246

The Frugal Girl

MARCH 4, 2024

When my brother and I were growing up, our parents didn’t have much discretionary income. Alan and I, by choice, bought land in an area with low property taxes. Had we not fallen in love with the locale, it wouldn’t have mattered how low the taxes were, but fall in love we did. How did you get interested in saving money?

Green And Frugal 175

Green And Frugal Kids and Family Hotel Frugal 175

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Down payment costs are just the beginning — you’ll also have to account for closing costs and ongoing homeowner expenses, like property taxes and insurance, and you’ll want to budget for maintenance costs. Buying a home always means dealing with big numbers. How much money do I need to buy a house? Reduce debt; even a little.

Calculators 52

Calculators Illinois Credit Debt 52