3 Mortgage Automation Tricks that Will Take Years Off Your Home Loan

Ways to Pay Off the Mortgage Early with Automation

Paying off the mortgage takes a looooong time, so being smart and patient is critical, which is why mortgage automation tricks are so important.  Once you’ve made the decision and set things up, your debt will slowly start to go down on it’s own, while you can focus your effort on new ways to make money or cut costs.

Luckily, there are 3 mortgage automation tricks that anyone can do that will take YEARS off of your mortgage.  There’s truly no reason to not be implementing these!

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The Best Easter Basket Ideas for 2-Year Old Girls

The Best Easter Basket Ideas for Toddler Girls

2 is such a fun year and these Easter basket ideas for 2-year old girls will make Easter morning SO MUCH FUN!

You can opt for educational toys, arts and crafts, outdoor toys, and of course – adorable toddler accessories.

This is one of the best holidays because you can introduce them to so many fun spring and summer activities.

I hope these toddler Easter basket ideas are exactly what you’re looking for.  Good luck with your Easter basket shopping and have a great holiday with your 2-year old!

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Must-Read Personal Finance Books that Will Completely Change Your Life

The Best Personal Finance Books

Of all the inspirational books out there, it is these personal finance books that have the ability to completely change your life.  They reveal timeless and powerful principles, yet for some reason these concepts are kept from most of us as we go through school!

Which just makes it even more important to make sure you read as many personal finance books as you can.  They will not only help you build wealth, but they’ll completely change the way you think, feel, and act…and for the better!  Your life will literally be better after reading these. Your only regret will be that you didn’t start them sooner.

So get ready to fill your Amazon cart and library checklist.  These are the best personal finance books out there and ones that every single person should read.

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The Best Stocking Stuffers for 6-Year Old Boys

The Best Stocking Stuffer Ideas for 6-Year Old Boys

Finding fun ideas for stocking stuffers for 6-year old boys is no easy task!  Some years are just harder than others and while this year is full of fun new toys and games, it’s a little harder to find small and inexpensive things that can fit into a stocking that they’ll still really love. 

But once you dig around, you’ll find that there ARE some really fun stocking stuffer ideas out there that your little boy (and you!) will absolutely love. 

I hope this helps you wrap up your shopping! This is such a fun age, so enjoy as much of it as you can! 

Have a great holiday this year. Merry Christmas!

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The Best Ever Dairy Free Buffalo Chicken Dip

The Best Non-Dairy Buffalo Chicken Dip

I can’t believe it works as well as it does…truly!  But I’ve found it – the best dairy free buffalo chicken dip that you could ever ask for.  It’s soooo easy to make (I made it in my crock pot!) and you would never know it’s dairy free!  It’s JUST as good as classic buffalo chicken dip!

This stuff is perfect for game days, get togethers, or just cold days where you want to sit inside and veg out.  And it makes amazing leftovers! You can eat it as the fabulous chicken dip that it is…or you can add it to tacos for a fun change of pace.

If you’re looking for non-dairy appetizers, especially non-dairy game day appetizers, THIS IS IT. This recipe is such a crowd pleaser and I guarantee they won’t know it’s dairy free!

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The Best Advent Calendar Fillers for Kids

The Best Advent Calendar Filler Ideas for Kids

The holidays are finally here! This is, without a doubt, my favorite time of year and nothing rings in Christmas better than a really fun Advent calendar!  These Advent calendar fillers for kids are great ideas if you want to make your own calendar this year…which is a really, really fun choice!

The best part about using your own DIY Advent calendar for your kids is that you have complete control over the fillers that you use.  They can be elaborate monogrammed gifts or completely free activities that you do as a family, candy and trinkets, or games and arts and crafts!

You can go in any direction…and more importantly, you can incorporate all of these ideas to mix things up a bit!

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Amazing DIY Christmas Ornament Kits for Adults

Adult Craft Kits for the Holidays

I am such a huge fan of Christmas crafts and there hasn’t been a single year that I haven’t enjoyed making DIY Christmas ornaments.  But even with a huge stockpile of craft supplies, it’s still frustrating to have to come up with all the supplies necessary for whatever craft I’ve chosen.  So I LOVE finding DIY ornament kits for adults that give you all the supplies you need.  

This is also such a great way to try out new hobbies without a huge upfront cost – things like painting, needlework, woodwork, paperwork, macrame, and crocheting.

You’ll be creating great memories, potentially finding a new amazing hobby, and taking advantage of a great opportunity to make Christmas gifts for friends and family!

So if you’re on the hunt for something fun to do alone this Christmas or need some cool Christmas gift ideas, try out these fun DIY Christmas ornament kits for adults!

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