These are the simple, yet important, decor basics to know when setting up your home. As an interior designer, I aspire for everyone to have a beautiful space to call their own. Here are some simple ways to get the high-end designer look without breaking the bank. 1. Get the Right Size Rug. If you…
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An Interior Designer Shares 5 Affordable Everyday Luxuries
The little things we enjoy don’t have to cost a lot. As an interior designer, my business is built on generous budgets that allow every detail in my vision for the design of the space to come to fruition. I won’t lie about the fact that an exquisite space costs money. My ultimate goal when…
The Budget Guide to Gift Giving for All Occasions
You can show that you’re thinking about someone and give something they’d appreciate–without spending a lot. Gift giving is one of my favorite things to do. We’d all rather be at the giving end rather than the receiving end. But what does one do when they want to give, but also need to be on…
Four Comfy Dresses That Are Great for Right Now
They’re cute. They’re comfy. They’re ALL under $30. And they’re just what you want to wear right now when you’re home. You’re not going out. But that doesn’t mean we’re staying in pajamas all day. Still, with the demanding days ahead we want to be comfortable while still feeling put together. As the weather gets…
How to Vacation in Israel for Less
Save money on transportation, accommodations, food, and more and make your Israel trip affordable. Vacationing in Israel is always amazing, inspiring, and…expensive! However, there are ways of vacationing in Israel at a lower price without compromising on quality. Here are a few hacks and tips to help make your vacation in Israel more affordable so…
8 Top Total Bargain Drugstore Makeup Finds
Do you need to spend a fortune on makeup? Not always. These drugstore finds do an amazing job for less. A few months ago, we shared makeup favorites from a friend in the industry. Subsequent to that, so many of you asked, “What about the drugstore brands? Are there any hidden budget gems?” Here, Malkie…
6 Ways to Save on Back to School Shopping
Ever feel like you’re spending a small fortune to get your kids ready for school each year? You’re not wrong. In 2017, the Huntington Bank Backpack Index, an annual index chart that tracks the average cost of back-to-school supplies, found that parents spend an average of $662 per elementary school student, and over $1,000 per…
A Personal Story: How I Cut Up My Credit Cards, Got Out of Debt, and Got My Freedom Back
I never thought I’d feel richer without the credit cards. It wasn’t that I ever looked for credit cards. But that whole points system, which my friends played so well to their advantage, it looked for me. It found me when I couldn’t afford travel and other luxuries they offered. I signed up. For a…
You Don’t Need to Spend Hundreds to Have a Comfy Bed for Your Kids (or Yourself)
Looking to buy a bed and frame but don’t want to spend a lot? Here’s where to get the best deal. Here’s two little bed secrets that could save you lots of money. Did you know that memory foam mattresses are really comfortable? And really affordable? I looked for budget mattresses when furnishing a summer…
Why should you go to Aldis? It’s not about the glamour, or service. It’s the prices that will get you and keep you.
What do you get in Aldis? One savvy shopper shares her best finds. Aldis, a national chain supermarket, is one of my favorites haunts for grocery shopping. Since it’s not a kosher supermarket, it’s somewhat of a game to see what other Jews are buying and what foods have a hechsher. Aldis features off-brand products,…