It's not always easy to take on a second job in order to improve your financial situation and, most the time, it's not necessary. Each Thursday, join Sarah Brumley, an ordinary wife and mom, as she details practical ways to use the income you already have to achieve your greatest goals. If you are struggling to make your family finances work for you, or just want some down-to-earth inspiration to increase your financial success, this is the podcast for you.
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Fig & Farm at Home, Budget Decorating, Decor Tips, Decluttering, Home Styling, DIY Decor
Danielle Watson, Home Decorator, House Decor Coach, Home Styling
Create a cozy, comfortable home on a budget! * Do you spend hours on Pinterest pinning beautiful images? * Do you go over to a friend’s house and have decor envy? * Do you wonder where to start when it comes to decorating your house? * Are you frustrated every time you walk into your house because you haven’t taken any action on decor? * Do you wish you could create a cozy home on a budget? Friend, I’ve been there... This podcast inspires REAL moms with REAL homes and REAL budgets to transfo ...
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Home Recording Tips to Create Professional Audio on a Budget.
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279 // Fall 2024 Home Decorating Trend Report
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Hey friend, At the beginning of every calendar year, I share the projected trend report for the upcoming year. But as you can imagine things change within a given year, so in today's episode I'm sharing the 2024 fall trend report. You may be equally surprised to note, that much hasn't changed since January. A few things, but not much. According to …
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278 // Elevate your living room instantly with these 5 FREE decorating tips
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Hey friend! Are you ready to elevate the look of your living room? Maybe you want a quick refresh and you're wondering how to spend your money for biggest impact? In this episode, I'm concluding my mini-series: If I had $500, what would I spend it on - this time we're hanging out in the LIVING ROOM. Because every living room is different and the ne…
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277 // TRUTH: decorating your home IS HARD if it doesn't come naturally, but getting help IS EASY inside The Collective, my monthly membership
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Hey friend! In today's episode I'm sharing an example of what's inside The Collective, my monthly membership that is designed to be an extension of the show. Each month we will have a LIVE q & a where you can get your questions answered - there are no questions too big, too small or too (ahem) stupid. The LIVE q & a is a chance to check in on the p…
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276 // Styling your home is all about experimentation: a behind the scenes look at styling a mantle
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Hey friend! In today's episode I'm sharing an example of my secret to creating spaces that look refined, a bit more put together - like a designer was right there doing it for you! There is a difference between putting things on a shelf and styling decor items on a shelf / placing things on a mantle and styling items intentionally on a mantle. Insi…
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275 // How do I make my home look better? A behind the scenes look at designer advice inside The Collective, my monthly membership
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Hey friend! In today's episode I'm showcasing a perk found inside my monthly membership, The Collective. A Room Edit brings the designer's eye into your space giving you specific recommendations for elevating the room while honoring your goals and aesthetic. You'll hear a Room Edit created for member, Susan and her den. Until this point it was an i…
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274 // Gallery Walls: The guidelines to creating cohesive gallery walls with or without grids
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WHY IT WORKS Hey friend! If you've ever wondered why some gallery walls are structured differently than others and what makes one 'work' even though it seems to not follow any of the rules, this episode is for you. In this episode I'm sharing the two different types of gallery walls and the 'rules' to follow to create each one. I share insight into…
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273 // BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!! Something new is coming to fig & farm (at home)
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// BIG ANNOUNCEMENT // Hey friend! This is a BIG week at fig & farm (at home). For 5 months I have been working behind the scenes developing a monthly membership called The Collective. If you have ever wished this podcast came with visuals, you're going to love The Collective. With weekly short trainings, LIVE group coaching sessions and guided hel…
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272 // Create a cozy fall home using this ONE simple strategy
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Hey friend, Pumpkin spice lattes are out, the leaves are turning colors and it's time to start thinking about pulling out your box of fall decorations to get your homes fall ready. But BEFORE you do that and BEFORE you run to Target to see what's new for the season and bring home the items you just couldn't live without, I want you to consider your…
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Why These 3 Popular Money Moves Don’t Work
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Let’s be honest. Sometimes there are well-meaning people out there that believe that in order to achieve financial success you have to follow their rules step-by-step. It’s just not true. And that’s why today I want to talk about three popular money moves that are frequently recommended but don’t necessarily work in the real world. Sound like somet…
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271 // Do this ONE thing to immediately elevate the look of your kitchen!
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Hey friend! Are you ready for a kitchen re-fresh? Today on the podcast we're continuing with our mini series: how to spend $500 in a single room to get the most bang for your buck! If you missed last week, where we elevated the look of our bathroom, go back and listen to episode #269. Remember...BIG change doesn't have to cost a lot and in today's …
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270 // Trend alert: Can you have a DEMURE home? 8 reasons why I say, 'Absolutely!'
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Hey friend! Have you heard the trending phrase on social media "demure and mindful?" It's popping up everywhere and even my 13 year old son has taken notice (and he doesn't have social media). So it got me wondering...what in the world is everyone talking about? As I looked into 'demure' and what it meant versus what I thought it meant, I also noti…
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So you’ve got a project that needs doing and a quote that’s higher than you expected. Should you save a little money by doing it yourself or bite the bullet and hire the professional? If you’re not quite sure then you’re in the right place. That’s exactly what were chatting about on today’s episode and I’m giving you an inside look into a massive D…
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269 // Getting the BIGGEST BANG FOR YOUR BUCK in home decorating, doesn't always mean shopping the best sales
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Hey friend! So, you're ready for a re-fresh in your bathroom. You have $500 to spend and you CAN'T WAIT to go shop the sales so you can get the biggest bang for your buck. I know you know how to get the biggest bang for your buck...you do it when you're shopping for a car, clothes, even groceries. You can definitely score some sale items for home d…
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268 // Does your home feel a bit boring and generic? 5 EASY ways to add personality to your home this weekend
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Hey friend! Does your home feel a bit boring and generic? Are you tired of living in the all white, gray, and beige that was trending for so long on Instagram? Are you ready to add a little personality and character to your home, but you don't exactly know where to start? In today's episode I'm sharing 5 ways to add a bit of personality and charact…
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My Top 10 Affordable Must-Haves from Costco
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If you’ve ever wondered what to buy in bulk and what not to, today’s episode is for you. I’m sharing my grocery budget details, all of my favorite Costco must-haves for our family, and the things I don’t buy in bulk. So, if that sounds like something you need or you just want a little inside peek into my life, well then, this one’s for you. Let’s g…
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267 // Feeling stuck decorating your open concept home? 3 tips to keep it cohesive
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Hey friend! Does the idea of a home with an open concept sound nice until it comes time to decorating? Open concepts sound nice, but how do you create a home that looks curated, nuanced and cohesive when it's all essentially one big room? And how do you do that without just getting matching everything? In this podcast I'm sharing three ways you can…
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5 Ways to Stay Consistent with Household Tasks
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Whether you work from home, work out of the house, or are a stay at home mom, keeping up with household tasks can get overwhelming at times. Trust me, I know. And that’s why I’m taking the time today to share a few simple strategies we use to stay consistent with household tasks. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. Next Ste…
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266 // Does your home look tired and dated? 5 steps to creating change in your home decor
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Hey friend! Does your home decor look tired and dated? If you answered YES, you may be wondering what to do about it? In this episode I'm sharing 5 ways to assess the change that needs to happen in your home and the plan you should follow before you purchase a single thing! Here's where to start: 1. Identify the purpose of the room: What do you WAN…
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How to Stay Healthy Without Spending More Money
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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle shouldn’t be hard - even if you’re on a budget. Today we’re chatting about how to effectively manage both your health and financial goals without compromising either. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download the Meal Planning Bundle J…
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265 // The SECRET to understanding your design style is being a lurker
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(Or a peeping Tom, but that feels uncouth to publish on a podcast title!) The SECRET to understanding your design style REVEALED!!! To have a cohesive looking home you need to: KNOW YOUR DESIGN STYLE To know your design style you need to: BE A LURKER OF BEAUTIFUL PICTURES (aka student of design) But what do you pay attention to? 1. You pay attentio…
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How to Incorporate Separate Line Items for Spending
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It’s important to incorporate spending into your budget as soon as possible. If you aren’t sure how to do that, today’s episode is for you! I’m walking you through how to create separate spending line items for each individual in your family AND how to keep track of it all along the way. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. …
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264 // Home organization made EASY with special guest and organizing expert, Nicole Gabai
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Is your home ORGANIZED? Maybe it's NOT, not yet, but you'd like it to be. Maybe it's NOT because you don't have the time. Maybe it's NOT because you don't know where to start. Maybe it's NOT because it feels too daunting of a task to tackle. Maybe you THINK it is, but it's actually NOT! In today's episode I'm chatting with author and organizing exp…
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5 Ways to Stretch Your Grocery Budget This Month
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Struggling to keep that grocery budget in check? Today I’m sharing five of my favorite ways to stretch your grocery budget this month with the hope that you can find a little extra wiggle room. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started! Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download your FREE Family Budget Workshe…
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So You Failed in Your Monthly Budget, Now What?
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So, you failed in your monthly budget. It’s a terrible feeling and yet it happens to us all at one point in time or another. The key is to move forward. Today we’re talking about four steps to take so that you can press on and confidently make progress toward your financial goals - whatever they might be. Sound like something you need? Well then, l…
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263 // Have NO money to decorate your home? 10 easy tips for saving BIG
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Summer Savings Series: 10 EASY tips for saving BIG money fig & farm (at home) was born on a budget! Next week, you'll hear exactly how it was born and how with a little creativity, it's not only remained solvent, but grown steadily into the black. This episode is for everyone, but is especially meant to inspire all those mamas who stay stuck in the…
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5 Simple Mistakes to Avoid While Paying Down Debt
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We’re a little under ten years into our debt payoff journey and today I want to share a few of the mistakes we made so that you might be able to avoid them as you pursue the financial freedom that comes with being debt free. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources and Templates Download …
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262 // DIY with Mr. fig & farm (at home): How we added character to our home while saving $15,000
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SUMMER SAVING SERIES: DIY with Mr. fig & farm (at home) In today's conversation with Greg, aka Mr. fig & farm (at home), you'll hear that the secret to becoming a proficient DIYer isn't that you were born with it...it's that you've experimented and practiced. Greg shares that his previous build experience was building LEGOS. No high school woodshop…
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Medical Bills Got You Down? Consider This Strategy Now
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There’s nothing worse than recovering from a medical event only to have a huge medical bill show up and not know how to pay for it. Not to worry - today I’m walking you through five steps to help you figure out what to do next - no panic required. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these DIY Resources …
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261 // How one small DIY project built massive confidence in creating a home she loves with guest, Michelle Castro
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Summer Savings Series: Adding Character in your Home the DIY Way with Michelle Castro Big DIY projects were never an option for my guest, Michelle, when she was renting her home. Once she finally bought her house, the proverbial gloves went on! Starting with the demo of an inconveniently placed fireplace turned into countless home projects and now …
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How a School Year Line Item Can Save Your Budget
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From class parties to school supplies to new clothing and beyond, the cost of sending a kiddo to school can sometimes feel enormous. Today we’re chatting about how a school year line item can save your yearly budget, and I’m giving you the ideas I wish someone had shared with me early on. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started.…
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260 // From food stamps to $100k: Elaine's story of flipping furniture and selling on Facebook Marketplace
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Summer Saving Series: Using Facebook Marketplace as a reseller w/ Elaine Mingus from Curb Vulture Have you ever wondered what happens to those piles of furniture, artwork, and misc. items of what appears to be trash on the sides of the road? Meet Elaine, a self proclaimed curb vulture, who willingly scouts out the finds so she can resell them for a…
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9 Things to Consider When it’s Your Turn to Host
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If just the thought of hosting a small group or gathering in your home has you feeling overwhelmed, today’s episode is for you. I’m sharing nine tips to help you prepare for your upcoming event so that you can be confident and relaxed as you enjoy time spent with family and friends. Sound like something you want? Well then, let’s get started. Next …
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259 // This ONE hack will help you SCORE THE GOOD STUFF on FB Marketplace
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Summer Savings Series: How to score the GOOD STUFF on FB Marketplace In today's episode I'm talking with Alissa, a client of mine. Just like you and me, Alissa has Pottery Barn taste, but a Target budget. Yet every time I talked with her on our decorating coaching calls (aka Decorating SOS calls) she would always show me her latest name brand home …
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5 Reasons Your Budget Will Fail as a Married Couple
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Any married couple knows that one of the hardest things in marriage is dealing with the finances. It doesn’t matter how much money you have (or don’t have) when you get married, trying to figure out how to balance your finances with those of your spouse can result in endless arguments and frustration. The key to getting those finances in order: a b…
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258 // "Where did you find THAT?" and other questions you will be answering about the home decor you found at the thrift store
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Summer Savings Series: Shopping at Thrift Stores pt. 210 (+6 more) things I ALWAYS look for! In today's episode we are wrapping up our series on how to effectively and efficiently shop SUCCESSFULLY at thrift stores. Why do some people always seem to find the good stuff? Because they have a system...go back and listen to Episode 257 so you can learn…
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3 Meal Planning Strategies I Use to Save Money Each Month
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Creating and sticking to a meal plan can save you tons of time and money, but only if you know how to implement it in a way that works for your family. Today I’m sharing three meal planning strategies I use each and every month to simplify the process and get better results. Sound like something you need? Well then, let’s get started! Next Steps Ch…
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257 // 7 Tips for successful home decor shopping at thrift stores
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Summer Savings Series: Shopping at Thrift Stores Creating a home that inspires you, delights you and one that you are proud of doesn't have to cost a lot. But sometimes it takes more than shopping the house and using what you already have - sometimes you need to shop for the items in need. Curating your home decor at thrift stores is one of my FAVO…
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Should I Pay My Kids to Do Chores? Here’s My Thoughts
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Should I pay my kids to do chores? It’s a question I get asked a lot and today I’m sharing our personal experiences with paying kids for chores, why I think it’s beneficial, and how we’ve incorporated it into our family finances as a whole. So, if you want the inside scoop, today’s episode is for you. Let’s get started. Next Steps Check out these D…
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256 // 3 excuses I hear about people not creating a home they love - maybe one of them is yours!
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Three of the most common things I hear from you: * "I have kids so I can't have nice things." * "I don't have any money to make changes." * "I don't know where to start." Today is the last Quick Tip Tuesday I'll be releasing until the beginning of August, but like all good teachers, I'm leaving you with some homework - something for you to think ab…
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255 // Do you see your home's design potential? A behind the scenes look at how I pulled together an open concept home using one piece of art as inspiration
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Do you wish you could have someone just come in and wave a magic wand to show you your home's potential? It'd be nice, right? To have someone come in and show you which colors they'd choose for the walls, what area rug they'd recommend for the living room - along with the chairs, the couch, the side tables, the lamps, the artwork...ALL the details.…
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254 // If you had 60 minutes to ask a home decorator ANYTHING, what would you ask? Behind the scenes on a Decorating SOS call with home owner, Alissa
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If you had 60 minutes to ask a home decorator ANY question about your home...what would you ask? You can cover A LOT of ground in a 60 minute conversation: area rugs, front door color, entryway benches, reupholstering said bench, correct furniture for the space, chair selections for a desk, how to style a landing area, opinions about whether to buy…
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5 Savings Funds Every Family Budget Needs
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If you want a family budget that helps you achieve your debt payoff goals, increase your savings, and just plain feel more freedom financially, then you won’t want to miss today’s episode. We’re chatting about five savings funds every family budget should have in order to be successful long-term. Sound like a plan? Well then, let’s get started. Nex…
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253 // Paint is POWERFUL - The #1 recommendation to transform this tired 90s beige home into a cozy, cohesive lakeside retreat
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The DESIGN VAULT is open until May 31st!!!! Home design is never one size fits all and shouldn't be. Because home design is specific to the person and their home and includes several factors like: home, budget, timeline, design style, personality, color preferences, etc. each home owner looking for help within their home might need or want somethin…
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252 // Design Files: Three women, three homes, three amazing results
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SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. SALE. Are you an ACTION taker or an inspiration hoarder, pinning beautiful home decor pictures on Pinterest like it's your job? In today's episode, I'm sharing how three different women, with three different budgets, learning styles, and aspirations for their homes took a different pathway to achieving the goals …
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Debt Free Travel: 3 Tips For Your Budget-Friendly Vacation
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Unless you already have a sizeable savings account earmarked for travel, you may be wondering how to take that next trip without digging yourself further into debt. Today I’m giving you three tips that we’ve personally used for a budget-friendly vacation with the hope that it’ll encourage and assist you in doing the same. Sound like something you n…
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251 // Do these 5 things to make your home look like a designer was just there styling for you
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So, you want your home to look like a designer was just there... Last week, in episode #249, I was answering a listener's question who wanted to know 'how to get the professional look' inside your home. Last week I shared 4 foundational ways you can create the look in your home that a designer was there doing the work. These four things are the bas…
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250 // Is cleaning your house a BORE? 3 steps to developing a cleaning routine that works for you
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Cleaning: do you love it OR do you hate it? It's no surprise when you visit Pinterest, Instagram or the interwebs that there are a multitude of cleaning systems that are promoted as THE BEST with promises of having the cleanest house you've ever had in the history of ever. But here's the thing... Unless you LOVE cleaning, I think it can be hard to …
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1 Simple Way to Save Money on School Supplies for Next Year
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Whether you’re patiently awaiting the end of the school year or dreading summer vacation entirely, it’s likely you haven’t given much thought to what school supply shopping will look like next year. And while I don’t think you need to rush to the store just yet to grab all those necessary items, I do have one simple way you can save money on school…
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249 // The secret to decorating your home like a professional
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How do you decorate your home to make it look like a professional did it? This is the question asked by one of our listeners - how do you get professional looking results when decorating your home? This is a two part series (subscribe to listen to part 2 on Tuesday, May 21st). Keep these four decorating principles in mind while decorating your home…
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248 // The outside of your home is a reflection of the inside: 4 Tips for boosting your home's curb appeal this weekend
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Did you know? The outside of your home is a reflection of the inside. Those scruffy looking plants, that unkept lawn and all the stuff on your front porch...those are telling a story about your home. Creating a home that you love coming home to doesn't just start once you open the front door, it starts when you turn into your driveway (or if we're …
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