Please tell me that I’m not the only one who never remembers that I need to make a dish for a get-together until I’m already at the grocery store. When this happens — more often than I’d like… Read More >
12 Ways to Make Your Overnight Guests Feel at Home
Are you expecting out-of-towners and want to help them feel more comfortable during their stay? But what if you don’t have a spare room or bed? Years ago, when my husband and I were young and carefree newlyweds,… Read More >
8 Frugal Tips to a Fun Halloween
Introduction: Happy Frugal Halloween Halloween is one of those holidays where there are lots of opportunities to get creative and create unique crafts, decorations, and costumes. The best part is that you can do all of this on… Read More >
No Time? Don’t Throw Money at an Overbooked Schedule
This is one of those seasons of my life when it feels like the activities just don’t stop. I’m sure you can relate. But did you realize that busyness can take toll on your pocketbook? Crazy days make… Read More >
5 Often Forgotten Items in Your Home that Need Special Care
When your life is busy with kids, priorities change. Maybe you want to keep a beautiful backyard or a spotless house, but it’s not quite as simple as it used to be. It can be easy at times… Read More >
DIY Potted Herb Garden: Save Money On Fresh Herbs
Do you love to cook with fresh herbs, but hate how expensive they can be? You don’t have to resort to cooking with dried herbs. Make your own potted herb garden; it is easy and a fun project… Read More >
The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money on Entertainment
The entertainment category of my personal budget is pretty small. Some might call it tiny. In fact, less than 1 percent of my family’s take-home pay is dedicated to entertainment. However, we certainly don’t sit at home in… Read More >
Is Homeschooling a Good Idea for the Frugal Family?
Homeschooling is definitely not a new concept, but it is one that has received quite a bit of attention in recent years as more and more parents opt to teach their children themselves. Many considerations must go into… Read More >
The Ultimate Frugal Guide to Having a Pet
There’s no such thing as a free lunch. Or a free dog, for that matter. Just like children, pets are expensive. However, just as you can raise a child on a budget, you can also raise a pet… Read More >
8 Tips for a Great Camping Trip
Summer vacations are where memories are made. Traveling together strengthens family bonds and gives you the chance to explore places both near and far. Unfortunately, vacations can be major budget-busters. Camping to the rescue! Whether it’s for a… Read More >
Could investments help you become a guru of frugality?
Normally when people talk about being frugal, they offer lots of tips about how to cut back on spending, how to make the most of leftover food and other ways you can tighten your belt to save cash…. Read More >
40 Tips to Make Groceries Last Longer
If cooking is one of your hobbies but you get irritated by the short shelf life of food, then check out these 40 tips on how to extend their live. Are you tired of going to the market from all… Read More >
15 Things You’re Wasting your Money On
Saving money is more difficult than it seems. There’s always something that needs to be purchased and way too many temptations! When you’re doing well and saving money, the last thing you need is to spend it on… Read More >
But It’s on SALE!
How many times have you made a purchase simply because it was on sale, or it was a deal too good to pass up? Have you ever had a coupon that was about to expire, so you bought… Read More >
7 Easy Ways To Save Money
With a mortgage, kids, cars and bills that just keep coming, you may wonder how you will ever make it until the end of the month without resorting to living on peanut butter and jelly until payday, let… Read More >
When It Comes to Spending, What Are Your Priorities?
I’ve just returned from a summer-long road trip, that I’ve affectionately named “tour de family and friends.” After logging 4000 miles in 9 states, I’ve gained some frugal wisdom along with a few pounds! We All Have Different… Read More >
4 Ways You Can Make Money Off Broken Everyday Items
Did you know that the average person has $2,000 of junk laying around? That means that you could be sitting on money that could help you pay bills, or just have some extra money. Now, even if some… Read More >
The Real Cost of Dining Out
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Resist the Urge to Upgrade
There will always be something bigger, better, faster, sleeker…but please resist the urge to upgrade! Thanks to technology and marketing, we have become a society that demands the latest and greatest version of everything. We see an ad… Read More >
Slash Your Energy Bills and Save!
Thanks to Ovo Energy for putting together this money saving infographic! Since Ovo Energy is a British company, here’s a “cheat sheet” to help you make sense of these numbers: 1 pence (p) is the equivalent to 1… Read More >