Saving
Cash is a hedge against life’s ups and downs, sure. But saving gives you something bigger—freedom, choices, fuel for your future. Let’s go.
Articles
3 Ways to Curb Impulse Spending
Impulse buys have a sneaky way of adding up, especially during flea market season. Before you know it, your wallet’s thinner and all you can show for it are … scented soy candles? Sigh. Here, three scientifically proven ways to stop: Don’t... ➡
Three DIY Savings Projects—Tested!
Something about summer makes people want to get all DIY and project-y. But is saving $0.03 a day really worth seven hours of hard labor? We put three common DIY money-saving tips to the test, to find out if it’s really worth it to... Grow your... ➡
Save Money with Pinterest
Depending on where you stand (or pin), image-sharing site Pinterest is either mad fun or the latest social media time suck. We like it because you can find money-saving, life-enhancing ideas on the big P without even registering. Pinterest scours... ➡
Getting Greedy with My Savings
I'm moving this summer—a shockingly expensive endeavor. So I dumped my tax return into savings, and I’ve doubled my monthly auto-transfer to savings. (Go me!) But I’ve struck an unexpected problem: I don’t want to part with all that cash. Over... ➡
Greek-Style Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki
Hundreds of you requested more recipes recently, and who are we to deny you? Sign up now for DailyWorth’s new once-a-week recipe edition, featuring fast, healthy, and affordable food for you and your family. For now, here’s an insanely easy and... ➡
The Food Bill: Can You Hack It?
How much do I hate my grocery bill? Enough that I’m constantly reading cost-cutting tips. It’s my hobby (and cheaper than quilting or golf). My fave find this week: Frugalhacks! Here are two tips, run through my own “would I really do this?”... ➡
Coping With the Curveballs
You know what makes me feel like a million bucks? My curveball account. What’s a curveball account—as opposed to an emergency fund, or run-of-the-mill savings? A) It’s for surprise expenses; B) it’s not for emergencies; C) every girl needs... ➡
Be Ready for the Worst-Case Scenario
Suppose the first thing your boss says to you tomorrow is, “Clean out your desk.” Any idea how you’d manage? Time for a financial fire drill: Imagine paring down your current expenses and creating a plan to cover just the basics. “Basic” means... ➡
