Be Savvy
Welcome to my "Be Savvy" page which features posts about productivity, lifehacks, budgeting, and other popular topics.
Use Bad Reviews To Your Advantage
Customers are more likely to voice their opinion about a negative experience that they had than a positive one. That’s just the way of life. Think about the last time you were looking for a restaurant to dine in, or…
How To Create Your Family’s Budget 101 (+ Free Budgeting Template)
One of the most daunting tasks related to budgeting and understanding your personal finances is actually sitting down and pulling in all of the information into one place. It takes time and effort, I get it. But in order for…
7 Hidden IPhone Secrets
I’m all about knowledge and when I encounter something cool (and productive!), I want to tell everyone about it. Yes, I’m that type of person. I’ve been an iPhone user since it first came out in 2007, and thought I…
A Simple Tip On How To Cut On Your Fluff Expenses
I am the “budgeteer” in our family, and I am really proud of that. I grab a cup of coffee, grab my mac and go our bank activities at the end of each month. I’m totally a planner and thinker,…
Productivity Secret: Stand While You Work
Do you tend to lose focus after sitting at the desk for hours on end answering emails and being on conference calls? Chances are, you’re probably sitting in a chair or a sofa reading this article. Look back at your…
8 Clever Hacks For A Fantastic 2019
What are life hacks? Simply put, it’s a strategy or technique adopted in order to manage your time and daily activities in a more efficient way. Since time is precious and you can never get it back, it’s wise to…
Here is Your Budget Management Program
Think of your budget as a program for weight watchers. Managing your budget is exactly like managing your weight. What is your goal? Is it to save an x amount for a rainy day? Maybe it’s a downpayment on a car?…
When In The Day Are You The Most Productive
I am not a morning person. I’m sure some of you with a 9-5 work schedule can relate. It can be a real struggle to wake up early in order to make it work on time. I’ll admit, I’m one…
How You Can Avoid Getting Scammed
In 2018, there were 1.4 million cases of fraud reported to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). A total of $1.48 billion were lost to scammers with younger individuals falling into their trap more often than older individuals. However, when older individuals were…
You Should NOT Be Debt Free and Here is Why
Coming out of college, I was determined – pay off my student loans and do not take on any more debt. Well, I did just that … I paid off all of my student loans in under a year (a…
