Posts by Hillary Swetz

Your wallet is being hit left and right with more expensive prices, higher fees, and new hidden costs. Now, more than ever, it's time to learn a few new tricks to save money! I've been living...

Keeping your clothes clean can get expensive. But many people are nervous about switching to a cheaper brand of laundry detergent for fear of ruining their even more expensive clothes. It's also...

Motherhood is one of the best things that can happen to a you, but it’s also one of the most expensive. From diapers to dance lessons, kids can cost a lot of money.  Fortunately, you are...

Let's face it. Food prices are insane right now. The USDA* confirms that groceries costs at least 7.1% more this year compared to last. And if you were already on a tight grocery budget, you need to...

Sometimes, we all need a little extra motivation to help kickstart new habits. Saving money is no different!  When I taught high school economics, I loved making games for my students to...

Finding out you're pregnant can bring an avalanche of emotions, both positive and negative. If you're already struggling to make ends meet though, those negative feelings of fear and overwhelm might...