Earn, Save & Live Smart
Most motorists know that they can save money on auto insurance if they maintain a good driving record or bundle their insurance policies. But they often overlook the other ways they can save money. For example, some insurers will give discounts to engaged couples or to farmers. You can also get discounts if you’re a … Read more
“The average family has several thousand dollars worth of stuff lying around,” according to Cari Cucksey (HGTV’s Cash & Cari). Are you average? Do you have $3000 worth of unwanted stuff lying around? I’ll bet your first reaction is, no way! So, please take a moment and walk through your house, peek in your closets, … Read more
Decorating your home on a budget can be tricky. After all, everyone wants their home to look a certain way. Whether your preference is a contemporary look or you prefer decorating in a more eclectic way, finding the right decorations at an affordable price is not always easy. What’s your style? Shopping online is definitely … Read more
When we think about wasting or losing money, we often think about it in larger amounts, like when we get a big hospital bill or when we buy a big ticket electronic item we don’t really need. Losing a few dollars in smaller doses isn’t always considered wasting money because our money isn’t going out … Read more
According to the news… 63% of workers spend $40 or less on lunch each week. 25% spend $41 or more on lunch. 11% bring lunch. Do you bring your lunch? If you’re trying to save money, and you’re eating lunch out…here’s a simple way to save money: BRING YOUR LUNCH! Let’s do the math… $40 … Read more
Happy Earth Day! Did you know that frugal living and green living often go hand in hand? Check out these 10 simple earth friendly ideas that will save you money and save Mother Earth! The Return of the Clothesline – Start using a clothesline, and you’ll save nearly 6% on your monthly electric bill according … Read more
Discounted Gift Cards are what I call “no-brainer instant savings,” so it’s time to learn how to buy discounted gift cards. Why would you pay $25 for a pair of shoes at Payless when you can pay $21? That would be silly! You can Buy Discounted Gift Cards For Up To 30% Off at Cardpool.com! … Read more
If you ask a teenager what they want for their birthday, they’ll likely say, “money.” BORING! Where’s the fun in that? There has to be a more creative way to give money – Birthday Balloons! Here’s how it works… Divide the money you are planning to give among the balloons (16 balloons for a 16th … Read more
Spring is coming, and it’s the perfect time for home improvement projects! Most homeowners take great pride in what is probably their largest investment, and with the right decisions, you can add to the value of your home and save money in monthly bills. If a sale of the home is in your future, there … Read more
If you are old enough, you may remember your grandmother reaching into her cupboard and pulling out an envelope filled with cash, selecting a few bills out of it, and sending you to the store for milk and eggs. That rugged generation, who had no access to credit cards, had to rely on their own … Read more