The Diary of a Frugal Family

University can be one of the most exciting times in a person’s life, but it can also be terrifying. You’re taken out of your comfort zone and moved to foreign surroundings, with academic demands and social freedoms – and a whole year of it. So, to help you cope with the pressure and make the most of your experience, we’ve put together seven tips for surviving your first year at university.1. Embrace Orientation Activities Orientation week is not just a fun way to start university but also a critical period to get the year off on the right foot. Go to these events and get to know your way … [Read more...]

It's important to compare offers while looking for a personal loan in order to get the best possible bargain. But how can you be sure you're making the right decision when there are so many things to take into account? With the help of this guide, you may compare personal loan offers efficiently and arrive at a conclusion that best meets your needs financially.1. Understand Your Needs and Capabilities Before comparing loans, it's important to understand what personal loans are:No Collateral Needed Most personal loans don't require you to pledge assets like your car or house. This … [Read more...]

Have you considered staying in a youth hostel with kids? Me neither but we did last week and it was a great experience!For the last few years we've been camping in the Lake District And we've had a great time despite the inevitable rain that always starts up as soon as we get the tent down from the loft.I know I've mentioned it on here before, but we have a great campaign setup with a huge eight man tent that  we bought from Facebook marketplace, a porch extension extension to the tent and a big gazebo that gives us even more space. It does take a little while to set … [Read more...]

Contact lenses are very important for people who love the convenience and all-around vision improvement they provide. That's why, according to the British Contact Lens Association, there are about 3.7 million people who wear contacts in the UK.However, contact lenses can be expensive. In one study published on Optician Online, contact lens wearers spend £28.37 monthly on daily disposable spherical lenses. Still, the researchers found that after letting contact lens wearers try soft toric lenses, they would much prefer these over traditional spherical lenses, as the cheaper toric lenses … [Read more...]

 University is the first step in your adult life. All of a sudden, you are in charge of your destiny. It comes with great responsibility – the chief one being money handling. Building a good budgeting habit from the beginning of your university journey can smooth the path to reaching your academic and life goals earlier while feeling less stressed over your spending. Below are five top budgeting tips for a fantastic university life.1. Understand Your Financial Situation Step one is a simple matter of getting a handle on where you stand financially. Put together a list of all … [Read more...]