I was talking to John the other day, after writing this post about my first world problem as a kid. I always get choked up when I talk about how far my family has come in such a short time. My mom's toilet in Jamaica was outside the damn house. My dad's floor on the farm down south was like made of dirt. My childhood issue was lack of cable. If that's not a come up, I don't know what is. Cable was a completely un necessary expense. It was early 90s so it wasn't like it came with the internet ...
Saving for College on 529 Day!
Huge thanks to the Florida Prepaid College Board and Bloggin' Mamas for including me in this sponsored post series! Kaya, Is your college education going to cost mommy a billion dollars?? You know… I struggle with imposter syndrome a bit. I am very interested in personal finance (saving, budgeting, side hustling, investing) but only post a little bit about it here because I’m not a “pro.” I was actually a bit nervous about how my tips for househunting would be received. So I’m glad to get ...
4 Apps That Save You Money
Giiiirls listen. These apps are great, my cousin got me hooked! The apps below either save you money, give you rebates/cash back, or give you gift cards for your normal purchases. Here’s how my phone is making me money this year: Ibotta! You MUST go sign up for Ibotta (Use my link please?! HERE!) So, you shop as you normally do, and the things you buy that are on their app you get cash back for. Easy. But wait… there’s more! You scan your receipts and get more cash. And ...
How I’m Saving Early For My Kids’ College Tuition
I worked my way through college. I hustled hard. I took night classes and worked in offices as a receptionist or admin some semesters, and I took day classes and worked in nightlife some semesters. I'd do my homework and reading on the subway or at work when I could. I remember working as a photographer at a club, visiting John wherever he was bouncing after I was done, and getting home to nap for an hour, shower and head to Saturday morning classes all bleary-eyed and half dead. I ...
Easy Ways to Save Money at Home
So. I'm in Florida....unexpectedly. Down here to look at some homes and a get a few things done, pre-move. House-hunting is kinda fun, kinda annoying, kinda scary and kinda cool. Makes me feel like a grown up, but also a nervous little kid all at once. John and I are saving, and preparing to be homeowners. A few other family members are also house-hunting (further along in the process than John and I) and looking into various options to save money with their new place. Manage Your Bills One ...