Category Archives: Financially Savvy Fridays

Financially Savvy Fridays – Don’t Buy Books

Posted on September 3, 2010 by

Okay, I don’t mean never buy a book in your life, but honestly and truly approach books as if buying isn’t an option and then if you must buy, pretend new books don’t exist I am continually amazed at how … Continue reading →

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Financially Savvy Friday – Apartment Living

Posted on August 20, 2010 by

I have to say, I don’t often think about living in an apartment/condo but lately I’ve been reminded that it may be a frugal choice for many people. Currently in the city I am in (for now), a 2 bedroom … Continue reading →

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Financially Savvy Friday – One Hundred Ways To Save Money Part II

Posted on July 9, 2010 by

For the first installment of one hundred ways to save money, see here 11. Always, always eat breakfast! I know for me, skipping breakfast is far more likely to make me nip to the shop mid-morning for a snack which is … Continue reading →

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Financially Savvy Fridays

Posted on April 23, 2010 by

Today I turn over to you, my wise readers – what is your biggest financial tip? You don’t need to be a financial wizard, but maybe something you do helps your situation and might help others too! Please do share!

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Financially Savvy Fridays – The £500 Budget & Food Edition

Posted on April 16, 2010 by

As I’ve mentioned, I’ve committed to living on £500 ($730) a month including rent, insurance, car costs, food, recreation, medications, make-up, clothing, toiletries, phone costs and anything else which arises! This plan involves a lot of “sacrifice” but five days … Continue reading →

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Financially Savvy Fridays – The £500 Budget Edition

Posted on April 9, 2010 by

Photo Credit Next week I begin my new job, which means once again I’ll have a paycheck –  it will be the smallest paycheck I’ve ever had since graduating, which is at times scary! But the reality is, I feel … Continue reading →

Posted in About Me, £500 A Month, Financially Savvy Fridays, Frugal Living, Making lemons out of lemonade, Purpose Driven Life | 31 Comments

Friday Finds & Le Cruset Love…

Posted on February 19, 2010 by

Nothing like having a golf ball under your chin to give you time to peruse online! One thing long time readers know is I really miss the coupons and vouchers available when you live in North America. The reality is I … Continue reading →

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Financially Savvy Fridays

Posted on February 12, 2010 by

When I began my journey to get out of debt and change my attitude towards money so I could give more and work less, I honestly thought I couldn’t do it. I felt there was no way on 1 income in London … Continue reading →

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Financially Savvy Fridays

Posted on January 29, 2010 by

Oh it feels good to be posting about finances again. My tip this week [and I find it slightly ironic that I’m giving out tips in this season of my life, but then I remember my financial journey and feel … Continue reading →

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Financially Savvy Fridays

Posted on January 15, 2010 by

At first I wondered whether I should write a financial tip this week, in light of the situation in Haiti, but the more I thought about it, the more I realized that it was through my changing my spending habits … Continue reading →

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