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Felix Hamilton

Comparing Free vs Paid Budget Apps for Families
Felix Hamilton May 12, 2025

Keeping a family budget on track isn’t always as simple as balancing the books once a month. With rising food prices, unexpected school expenses, subscription creep, and juggling multiple incomes, many households find that budgeting apps help structure and clarify their financial lives. But here’s the big question: Should you stick with a free app Read More

Managing Freelance or Gig Work Income in a Family Budget
Felix Hamilton May 12, 2025

Balancing family life with a freelance or gig-based income can feel like trying to assemble IKEA furniture without the manual. You know what you want it to look like — stable, supportive, sustainable — but the pieces don’t always seem to fit together smoothly. Unlike traditional jobs with fixed salaries and payday predictability, gig workers Read More

The 50/30/20 Rule for Family Financial Planning
Felix Hamilton May 10, 2025

Budgeting doesn’t have to feel like an uphill battle. If you’ve ever found yourself buried under receipts, spreadsheets, and last-minute transfers just to stay afloat, you’re not alone. Many families juggle multiple expenses and priorities without a clear roadmap. That’s where the 50/30/20 rule steps in — a simple yet powerful budgeting strategy that brings Read More

How to Build a Monthly Family Budget That Works
Felix Hamilton April 25, 2025

In today’s world of rising living costs and busy family schedules, managing money can feel like a never-ending juggling act. Whether you’re trying to stretch one income, save for a holiday, or simply make ends meet without stress, creating a monthly family budget that truly works can be a game-changer. But let’s be honest — Read More

DIY Household Products That Save Money
Felix Hamilton April 24, 2025

Home should be a sanctuary, not a source of endless spending. But if you’ve walked down the cleaning aisle lately, you’ll know just how costly household products have become. That’s where DIY savings hacks can make a powerful difference – both for your wallet and your wellbeing. From homemade cleaners to simple pantry-based solutions, creating Read More

Decluttering Subscriptions and Expenses
Felix Hamilton April 19, 2025

Ever signed up for a free trial, only to realise six months later you’ve been charged every month since? Or maybe your inbox is stuffed with payment receipts for things you barely remember subscribing to. You’re not alone. In today’s digital world, it’s incredibly easy to accumulate subscriptions—from streaming platforms and fitness apps to newsletters, Read More

Budgeting When a Parent Leaves the Workforce
Felix Hamilton April 17, 2025

Transitioning to a single-income household is one of the biggest financial shifts a family can experience. Whether it’s a conscious choice to have a parent stay home with young children or a decision influenced by health, caregiving, or career changes, the impact on your budget is real and immediate. But it doesn’t have to be Read More