My Money Philosophy
There’s no getting around it – we need money to survive. Very few of us have the ability to opt out of the system, but that doesn’t mean you have to let it control you and your attitude to life.
Money is only a means to an end, after all.
Saving Money
Why save money? Most of us have to work hard for the money we do get, but it’s not always easy to make it go far enough. The world wants us all to be more materialistic, it seems, and we’re bombarded with the message that we should be spending more, and that if we don’t have enough, then we should work harder to get more.
Really, wouldn’t it make more sense to be more careful with what resources we already have, instead of letting them slip through our fingers and then having to chase more?
Here are some of my favourite posts about saving money.
3 Things To Help You Stick To Your Savings Goal When You Get Fed Up
The One Thing You Need To Do To Start Saving Money Now
Zeek: Saving & Making Money With Gift Cards
Cutting The Cost of Art Supplies
Making Money
Even though Homely Economics is about valuing time over money, we all need to make a living. Sometimes we need just a bit more to help make ends meet, so here are some of my favourite posts about making a bit more money.
Make More Money! Part 1: Blogging
Make More Money! Part 2: Selling Your Artwork
Make More Money! Part 3: Bank Incentives
Make More Money! Part 4: Selling Unwanted Items
Managing Money
Once you’ve identified the weak points in your budget and found ways to make a bit extra, it’s vital to put your money to work for you.
Here are some posts on managing your money.
What Is Cashback, And Where Can You Find It?
Our Married Money: Managing Finances As A Couple
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