Earn, Save & Live Smart
Fall is approaching, and as the leaves begin to change, you may be getting the urge to make some changes around the house as well. While this is a praiseworthy endeavor, it is important to keep decorative modifications both within your budget and earth friendly. The challenge in doing a home makeover is to keep … Read more
The Budget Diet girl’s favorite frugal things…try them today, and you’ll save your money! Coupon Codes: When shopping online…always search for a coupon code to save money! Click here to learn how! Discounted Gift Cards: Make a habit of stocking up on discounted gift cards for stores you normally shop like Target & Home … Read more
If you’re not familiar with “elfanomics”…read on, and learn how to save on make-up! e.l.f. Cosmetics (it stands for Eyes, Lips, Face) is an online mega-superstore for beauty & cosmetics, and “elfanomics” simply means…be beautiful for less! Why pay more…save your money! Take a look at e.l.f. cosmetics best sellers… Eye Shadow Brush $1 Black … Read more
Homemade cleaning products are not only great for the environment, they are also easy on the checkbook and easy to make. Reducing the chemicals in your home can also help eliminate illness. Save your money by learning how to make your own cleaning products. With a few basic ingredients that are found in most kitchens, … Read more
Do you have a written household budget? Do you know budget basics? Do you need some budget tips? Do you need to save your money? Here’s your weekly challenge: get your budget out of your head & onto paper! It’s simple, just fill out this budget guide. Here’s how…just start filling in the blanks! (keep … Read more
Whew…this has been our month for car repairs, and I always feel like I’m at the mercy of the mechanic because I know absolutely nothing about cars! Worry no more RepairPal.com is your new “pal” when it comes to saving money on car repairs. The folks at RepairPal.com invited me to review their site, and … Read more
Reduce your insurance premiums and save your money! Take 5 minutes today & call your insurance company to review both your auto & homeowner’s policies. Do a quick review of your policy with your agent, and then ask your agent how you can reduce your insurance premiums. You might be surprised to find there are … Read more
How’s this for your weekly challenge…take a look at your budget from 1990. You’ll find that it’s a good lesson in need or want! Yes, we’ll consider 20 years ago “retro” for the purpose of this article! Let’s suppose that your 1990 budget is missing or maybe it really never existed! No worries…my 1990 budget … Read more
Save Your Money – Stop Buying Bottled Water! It’s time for another pledge from The Budget Diet Girl… I will no longer buy bottled water, and in doing so I will save money and save the Earth! Bottled water has become the American way, and up until a year ago…I was guilty of buying a … Read more
Save Your Money – Stop Wasted Electricity Discover almost instant savings with a tip that’s both budget friendly & earth friendly! My daughter’s science project on “Phantom Electricity” showed us just how much electricity we waste. What is “Phantom Electricity”? Phantom Electricity is the electricity that is used when a device is plugged in but … Read more