Emma Healey 
One of the best (and easiest) ways to save money is by making it happen automatically. Remove the human from the process, and things happen a lot more smoothly. When I first started automating our savings, I didn’t trust it – I was convinced I’d “forget” and overspend without noticing. Six months later, I barely … Read more
A while back, I wrote a big rambling post about all the things I want my boys to know about money by the time they’re grown. Twenty-four lessons, all the way from “save 20% of every paycheck” to “marry someone with similar money views.” It felt good to get it out of my head. But … Read more
Finding family-friendly dining options that won’t break the bank is a win for any parent, especially when kids can eat for free! If you’re searching for the best places kids eat free or cheap in Hamilton, you’ll find plenty of family-friendly spots offering free kids’ meals or discounted children’s menus—perfect for enjoying a great meal without … Read more
Let’s be honest — most of us have made a few money mistakes. I know I have. The problem isn’t the mistakes themselves. It’s when they become habits, doing damage in the background while life carries on. The good news is that recognising these patterns is genuinely half the battle. Once you can see what’s … Read more
Investing in the right blogging courses — and then actually doing the work — can completely change your financial life. I know, because it changed mine. I started this blog in 2015. For the first year, I made basically nothing because I was guessing at everything. Then I started investing in courses, and something clicked. … Read more
If you’ve ever Googled “how to budget”, you’ll know there’s no shortage of money advice out there. Everyone has the system. The one that’ll magically fix your finances without you having to think too hard or change your behaviour (spoiler: that one does not exist). Over the years, I’ve tried just about every popular budgeting … Read more
Ever get to the end of the week and wonder where your money actually went? The truth is, most of us aren’t out here buying yachts – we’re just getting caught in sneaky little spending traps that nibble away at our hard-earned cash.The good news? You don’t need to live on noodles or delete your … Read more
Ever looked at your pay and thought, “I earn good money… so why do I feel broke all the time?” You’re not lazy. You’re not bad with money. And you definitely don’t “just need to earn more”. For a lot of people, the problem isn’t income – it’s what’s quietly happening around that income. Here … Read more
Thailand has long been known as a budget traveller’s paradise – but it’s not as cheap as it used to be. Growing tourism, and a strong baht mean you’ll definitely notice the costs creeping up. That said, it’s still possible to have an incredible Thai holiday without blowing your budget – you just need to be … Read more
When summer hits in New Zealand, it hits hard. Most Kiwi homes weren’t built with scorching temperatures in mind – think single glazing, minimal insulation, and windows that seem to invite the heat in. If you don’t have (or don’t want to pay for) air conditioning, there are still plenty of low-cost tricks to help … Read more