Remember when I said that you can create a side hustle from baking pupcakes? Well, that’s not the only pet industry side hustle out there. With the rising costs of Petflation and the current state of our economy in general, many of us are looking for creative ways to fund our dog’s sinking funds, pay
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How to Create A Dog Mom & Me Date
Remember when we talked about celebrating Valentine’s Day with your dog? Well, let’s keep the Butter Love fest going. Ever heard of a dog mom and me date? Even though Valentine’s has been and gone, if you ask me, the real season of love is just getting started. Why? Because National Love Your Pet Day
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What The Richest Man in Babylon Taught Me About Money
My grandparents were my first (and best) financial advisors. They weren’t Wall Street tycoons, but they knew how to make a dollar stretch, dance, and stay put. While all four of them had different styles, they shared a core philosophy: Your money should work for you. They also firmly believed that “Sandy” (and everyone else,
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Dog Grooming Cost: DIY vs. Professional (A Financial Guide)
During the pandemic, Sugar’s dog groomer was closed. So, for the first time since I bought her home, I attempted to groom her myself. I figured if it worked, I could save a little money and not have to continue paying someone else to do it. The DIY grooming experience was a nightmare for both
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Pet Supply Checklist: Create an Ordering System to Save Money
Last year checking the box for auto-renewal threw off my budget. Don’t get me wrong. It’s extremely convenient. But I accidentally forgot to change the delivery date on Sugar’s food subscription. So, instead of paying for Sugar’s food once a month, I ended up spending double for her food at least twice last year. Auto-renewal
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Micro-Investing Guide: How I Turned Pennies Into Investments
Remember when I said, “pennies turn into dollars?” Well, this blog post is dedicated to what I did with pennies I saved last year. At the beginning of each year, I sit down and count all the change I earned during the previous year. After I count my change, I plan out a way to
