Earn, Save & Live Smart
No matter how frugal you are, there’s one necessity you can’t avoid: laundry day. I scrimp and save wherever I can, but having clean clothes is just something I can’t get around. Although you can’t avoid spending money on doing laundry, you can be smart about your approach. Follow these tips to save money on … Read more
Garage sales are my favorite way to get rid of things we no longer need. However, there are many ways holding a garage sale can go wrong. How can you have the best sale possible? Is there a formula for this? Well, there is now! I present to you the Ultimate Guide to Holding a … Read more
Toddlers and snacks just go together, it seems. Little kids’ attention spans have a tendency to run out before mealtime is over, so they end up hungry again shortly afterward. Instead of fighting against this common behavior, savvy parents use snack time as an opportunity to load up their little ones with toddler-sized portions of … Read more
I want to feed my family nutritious meals, but like most of us, my food budget is limited. Grocery costs seem to go up and up, but there are still healthy foods that cost less than a dollar. When I base my meal plan around these ingredients, I can put a filling dinner on the table for … Read more
I love my kids, and I want to fill their lives with happy memories, meaningful experiences, and plenty of family fun. I don’t want money concerns to hold me back from these good things, but sometimes, the cost of family activities can really add up. The truth of the matter, however, is that expensive doesn’t … Read more
When I put my mind to it, I can handle plants just fine, but I haven’t kept a full garden in years. Instead, I’ve opted to turn my efforts toward container gardening. These small-scale gardens feel easier to manage than a large vegetable plot, and I can move the containers around my yard as needed. … Read more
While coffee is my must-have morning drink, tea has become my favorite afternoon pick-me-up. At first glance, tea bags seem like a better value, but I get the best flavor and most bang for my buck when I use whole leaves instead. Here’s what I’ve learned about how loose-leaf tea can help trim down my … Read more
Oh, boy, kids are expensive, aren’t they? Not only do they require food and clothes, but they also get bored quite easily. And, let’s face it: parents appreciate sending their youngsters to an activity that will use up all their exuberant energy. However, the cost of enrollment fees, gear, uniforms, and so on can really add up. … Read more
When I’m looking for a cheap and laid-back way to entertain friends, I turn to a grown-up game night. The fun is built-in, the laughs are plentiful, and the company is always a pleasure. To help your own game night go off without a hitch, check out the following nine tips for hosting a board … Read more
My kids just keep growing and growing, which means that they constantly need new clothes. It’s hard to believe that tiny shirts and pants can cost so much! Good thing I’ve learned some tips and tricks to update my kids’ wardrobe in a frugal fashion. Buy Off-Season As stores bring out new clothes for one season, they move … Read more