My husband and I recently experienced the effect of food inflation in the Philippines first-hand. We were on our way home from our daughter’s school when he saw his favorite carenderia, where he usually buys dinakdakan, an Ilocano delicacy made with grilled pork parts and a calamansi or mayo dressing with onions and chili peppers. …
7 Practical Ways to Reduce the Impact of Food Inflation on Your Budget Read More »
Mothers play an important role in managing household finances. They often act as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the family, making sure that the bills are paid on time, the budget is followed, and the family’s financial goals are met. Despite this crucial role, moms are often undervalued and underappreciated in this aspect. This …
Honoring Moms as Chief Financial Officers in Household Finances Read More »
Ah, the holidays. The time of year when we gather with family and friends to celebrate, exchange gifts, and eat far too much delicious food. But now that January has arrived and all the festivities are over, you may be left wondering how you’re going to pay off all your holiday spending. If this is …
Budgeting is one of the most important things that anyone can do to get their finances in order. It helps you track your income, expenses, and other financial commitments so that you can manage your money more effectively. There are many ways to go about budgeting, and it often comes down to personal preference. Here …
Budgeting Made Simple: 4 Tools to Use When Creating a Budget Read More »
You may have heard that you need to create a budget in order to get your finances in order, but you’ve been procrastinating because you’re not sure where to start. You’re not alone — many people avoid creating a budget because they think it will be too difficult or time-consuming. But the truth is, creating …
17 Reasons You’re Not Creating a Budget and What to Do About It Read More »
It’s been a while since I shared our family budget on the blog. I figured it was time for an update, and today I’m sharing a glimpse of our current budget as well as some tips on how to create your own family budget. There are a few different ways that you can approach creating …
Finances can be a touchy subject for couples, especially when there is a big disparity in earnings. Some women might feel like their husbands are taking advantage of them if they ask them to pay half of everything, even though he earns more money. On the other hand, some husbands might feel like their wives …
Pros and Cons of Splitting Your Finances 50/50 as a Married Couple Read More »
Back to school season is just around the corner and parents are getting ready to send their children back to school. For parents in the Philippines, this can be a costly time of year as they prepare for back-to-school expenses. What to buy for school As parents get ready to send their children back to …
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For low income families in the Philippines, budgeting is really a challenge. It’s not easy to budget when your income is barely enough to cover your basic needs. Every peso counts, and you have to be very careful with how you spend your money. And that’s just the everyday struggles. There are also unexpected expenses …
Budgeting Tips for Low Income Families in the Philippines Read More »
Do you ever feel like you can’t get ahead financially because your income is constantly being eaten up by bills and expenses? If so, the 50-30-20 budget may be right for you! The 50-30-20 rule is a simple way to manage your money and make sure that you are always putting something aside for savings. …
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