Money & Savvy Tips

30 Side hustle ideas to make an extra $1000/ month in 2022

30 side hustle ideas to make extra cash

thesavvymamma 24/04/2022

Now more than ever, it’s easier to earn money from the comfort of home. The internet has made things accessible. We can sell physical items and ship them around the world. We can create digital products that someone can buy at the click of a button.

Although saving money is a wonderful tool for becoming financially independent, there is only so much that you can save. Frugality and resourcefulness only get you so far. It can feel restrictive and boring and feel like you’re missing out on things. Your earning potential, however, is unlimited.

How my laundry routine hack keeps the washing (and my sanity) under control

thesavvymamma 16/04/2022

Doing the laundry is one of those jobs that never feels done. We always wear clothes so there’s always something

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12 Tips for selling on marketplace

thesavvymamma 06/04/2022

Thanks to Facebook Marketplace, selling secondhand items has never been easier. We can post virtually anything for sale and almost always find a buyer. Selling on Marketplace can be a brilliant way to both part with your excess stuff and make quick cash.

happy woman shopping online, maybe using AfterPay

An ode to AfterPay

thesavvymamma 24/03/2022

AfterPay and other Buy Now Pay Later Schemes: you either love them or you hate them. Some people love the convenience. They like not having to pay upfront. They can buy what they want, even if they can’t afford it right then and there.

Other people (like me) are not impressed with these schemes. They prey on those who have low financial literacy. They know that customers will spend more money this way. They realise that businesses are slugged with fees but miss out on potential customers if they don’t offer it.

Buy Now Pay Later schemes appeal to people because it seems really easy. It makes the amount to pay seem small. It gives people a false sense of security. It entices customers to buy now and not worry about how they will pay for it. After all, it’s only four easy payments and you don’t have to worry about it now.

4 Simple ways to ensure your family is protected (in case something ever happened to you)

thesavvymamma 14/03/2022

Melanie Wegener Murphy’s law suggests that if we have insurance, we probably won’t need to use it. It seems like

How to save money on private school fees

thesavvymamma 14/03/2022

Melanie Wegener Paying for a private school education is something that many parents prioritise. They are not always high-income earners

Why keeping up with the Joneses can steal our joy

thesavvymamma 06/10/2021

It’s only human to want what others have. We compare ourselves to others without even realising it. Have you noticed

5 Reasons to consider buying Connetix

thesavvymamma 24/09/2021

Melanie Wegener Connetix magnetic tiles have earned a reputation for being a popular toy. They are regularly showcased on social

Not all bad news: One story of saving money during the pandemic

thesavvymamma 28/08/2021

Melanie Wegener The global pandemic of Covid-19 has caused financial hardship for many. Loss of job and income due to

Spending time with your partner: Date ideas that won’t break the bank

thesavvymamma 12/08/2021

Melanie Wegener When we meet that special someone, we usually make it a priority to get to know them in

There will never be a perfect time. It’s time to stop the excuse

thesavvymamma 12/08/2021

Melanie Wegener There will never be a ‘perfect’ time to save money, pay off debt, begin investing, become generous, get

10 Reasons you’ll love investing with Pearler

thesavvymamma 11/08/2021

If you’re wondering what all the talk around Pearler is, you’re not alone. It’s the new investing platform, born and

WeMoney Review

thesavvymamma 11/08/2021

Melanie Wegener Have you heard of WeMoney? It’s a free finance app which was only released to the public for

So many ways to save money along your parenting journey

12 Money saving tips for parents

thesavvymamma 06/05/2021

The transition to becoming a parent is no small feat. From the time that we learn that we are pregnant to when our baby is finally in our arms, we have already begun accumulating the many things we need. For many couples, simply the journey to get pregnant can be fraught with much anguish and cost.

Children are expensive, no doubt about it, but they don’t have to be extravagantly so. I often read articles that attest to the hundreds of thousands of dollars that it takes to raise a child from birth to eighteen. I believe that with intentionality, goal setting and some savvy habits, you can raise wonderful children at a fraction of the cost.

Here are 12 money-saving tips for parents: