by | Sep 3, 2015 | Budget, Saving Money, Shopping, Videos
We’ve all been there. You’re shopping, and you suddenly see something you want. A new case for your phone, perhaps. You need a new phone case. At least you think you do. But do you really? This one is pretty cheap, and you’d probably use it a lot.... by | Jan 28, 2015 | Money Mindset, Shopping
Saving money is all about mindful spending. For that reason, I like the idea of pricing items according to time. How does it work? Simple. You want to buy new toy. Instead of thinking about its cost in terms of dollars, you price it according to a more precious... by | Dec 15, 2014 | Car Maintenance, Shopping
Buying a car is fun! On the other hand, it can also be a huge pain. If you’re shopping for a new car, you’ve got to look beyond the price tag. You have to consider fuel efficiency, maintenance issues, insurance…the list goes on. I think most people... by Brokepedia | Sep 24, 2014 | Health, Online shopping
I’ve got a unique fashion muse. It’s not Beyoncé or Audrey Hepburn or Alexa Chung. It’s my boyfriend’s dad. The man has the coolest glasses. And I’ve been inspired by his round, Harold Lloyd frames for a while now. I decided to steal his... by Brokepedia | Aug 4, 2014 | Clothing
Have y’all heard of the ‘Boots Theory’? If not, it’s a theory of socioeconomic injustice, as explained by fictional character Sam Vimes: “But the thing was that good boots lasted for years and years. A man who could afford fifty dollars had a pair of boots... by Brokepedia | Jul 7, 2014 | Budget, Money Mindset, Online shopping, Shopping
We make money goals. We vow to save more. We draft a budget, and we’re well on our way to reaching those goals. Then, in one afternoon, we blow it all with a credit card and a weakness for “as seen on TV” items. I’m not judging; we’ve all...