Here are three sets of girl’s Indian bangles (bracelets). The first set was bought by me in Commericial Street, a touristy shopping area in downtown Bangalore. I forgot to bargain and paid the asking price (50 rupees) for them. The second set was … [Read more...]
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Frugal Foreigner: Baby Wearing
If you're new to my Frugal Foreigner posts, read all about what we're doing in India here! You can read all previous posts in the series here. Look at these two photos and guess which of these Indians is more likely to be holding my … [Read more...]
Understand Your Clutter, Then Create a Plan of Action
When it comes to decluttering your home, it helps to first understand why you hang onto certain things. Next, create a plan for decluttering and then finally commit to action. Memory Clutter For the sentimentalists among us, memory clutter is … [Read more...]
Financial Success Checklist
Image Credit Financial Success Checklist Emergencies happen. Cars break down. Kids get sick. People lose jobs. Those are simple facts of life. It’s not a matter of if they happen; it's a matter of when. Don’t act like a victim when life happens … [Read more...]
Be a Proactive Shopper and Save
When it comes to saving on everything from groceries to home decor, it helps to be a proactive shopper. That means knowing what you need before you need it and buying when prices are rock bottom, rather than when you run out of something and have to … [Read more...]
Avoid Common Budgeting Mistakes
Now that you’ve got a clear picture of your cost of living, you can figure out where you can cut back and create your budget. When creating a budget, a lot of families make critical mistakes. Don’t set yourself up for failure! Here are some tips … [Read more...]