There’s no measuring how proud you are of your high school graduate. Unfortunately, your debit card does have limits. You’d like to buy the kid a new car or gaming system before he or she leaves for college… Read More >
Creative Gifts for Milestone Birthdays or Anniversaries
A friend of mine just asked me for ideas to celebrate her 15th wedding anniversary, and I started thinking…it’s a numbers game! Be creative, be original and be memorable – give a gift that matches the birthday or… Read More >
Gift Guide
Festive and Frugal Gift Ideas Here’s a gift giving guide with unusual gifts that you won’t find in any ads, and these gifts are sure to please! The Budget Diet girl’s gift guide includes: annual gifts, collections, semi-homemade… Read More >
Father’s Day Gift and Activity Ideas
With Father’s Day being right around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to treat your Dad on Father’s Day. If money is tight but you’re still hoping to add a more personal touch… Read More >
Patience Pays – 5 Ways to Save Money by Being Patient
In our hurry up world…instant gratification rules, but beware…instant gratification is not a friend of the frugal. STOP, THINK, SHOP! 5 Ways to Save Money by being patient: Buy Discounted Gift Cards – Buy… Read More >
Plan Your Major Purchases – Know The Best Time to Buy
Do you know when the best month of the year to buy a new car is? Do you know when large appliances are on sale or how about electronics? There really is a best time to buy everything,… Read More >
Birthday Gift Ideas For Children
If you’re a mom with toddler or elementary school age children…weekends mean birthday parties & birthday parties mean gifts! Save time & money on birthday gifts by creating a gift closet! No more last minute running around trying… Read More >
9 Useless Products Marketed to New Parents
If you’re a first-time parent, you want everything in your home to be perfect for your baby. Marketers know this and will try to sell you some of the craziest things. These supposedly baby “must-haves” sound good when you first hear… Read More >
7 Cheapest Warehouse Clubs
In these days of sky-high prices on everything — from rent to gas to a gallon of milk — many families are turning to warehouse clubs and bulk buying to save money. The question, though, is which warehouse… Read More >
15 Easy Ways to Save on Back To School Shopping!
Did you know that the average American family spends $400 per child on back to school expenses? Take a look at these 15 easy ways to save on back to school shopping, and I’m sure you’ll find a… Read More >
Does Your Teen Want to Shop at Abercrombie, Hollister & American Eagle? – 3 Rules to SAVE BIG!
My daughter recently informed me that she’s going for best dressed at school, and just like that a shopaholic was born! It was time for a lesson on how to bargain shop from her money saving mom because… Read More >
Discounted Gift Cards for Christmas
Here’s the easiest way to save your money and give great gifts this Christmas… BUY DISCOUNTED GIFT CARDS FOR CHRISTMAS! Think of a discounted gift card as your little money saving secret! Save Your Money – Scenario #1… Read More >
Christmas Shopping? Fill Your Cart with Deals!
Christmas shopping? There’s more to saving money than just finding the sales. Don’t get me wrong…I love a good sale, but think of it as your starting point. There are so many ways to save money on Christmas… Read More >
10 Ways to Be Fashionable and Frugal
According to California Closets, the average woman only wears 20% of the clothes in her closet on a regular basis. So start sorting out your clothes and clean out your closets using these 5 Easy Steps to an Organized… Read More >
The Secret to Never Paying Full Price
Who likes to pay full price? Anybody? Now that we’ve answered that question, let’s look at our options to avoid paying full price. Wait for a Sale – Sales are great as long as the timing is right…. Read More >
Bed, Bath and Beyond Coupon Policy – It’s a Coupon Queen’s Dream!
You’d be crazy to go to Bed Bath and Beyond without a coupon. In fact, you’d be crazy to go to Bed Bath and Beyond without a coupon for each item you’re purchasing. We’ve become so accustomed to… Read More >
Why Aren’t You Shopping with Discounted Gift Cards?
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?… Read More >
Save Money, Use Discounted Gift Cards to Update Your Fall Wardrobe
Fall has finally arrived in Texas, and I’m looking forward to a little clothes shopping! My secret to instant savings? Start your shopping trip with discounted gift cards to your favorite stores, and you’ll enjoy instant savings. Let’s… Read More >
Discounted Gift Cards for Back-to-School Shopping
Today is the day to order discounted gift cards for back-to-school shopping. Yes…discounted gift cards do exist! You’ve probably seen a few discounted gift cards at Costco and Sam’s, but you’ll see hundreds of discounted gift cards for… Read More >
How to Give Yourself a Pedicure
Forget costly salon pedicures, you can easily give yourself a professional pedicure at home. Regular foot care not only gives you fabulous looking feet; it’s good for the health of your feet. So, whether you are getting ready… Read More >