Budgeting
7 Ways you’re wasting your money. 7 Ways to get it back.
Just came upon this article from MSN Money and thought it was pretty right on. Passing it along in hopes you can save some green, as well… Wasting money doesn’t necessarily mean you’re bad with money. You don’t have to …
Cheap recipe alert. Eggs…not just for breakfast.
Always in the mood to save a little moula, I’m thinking this week is a great one for some money saving recipes. What better way to think Spring than to whip up some protein rich, healthy and budget friendly recipes? …
How to be broke like a real person. Budgeting tips you can actually use.
(SKC’s wonderful friend and contributor, Brenna Jennings, posted this fantastic budgeting article on her blog, www.suburbansnapshots.com, the other day and offered to share her thoughts here. Thanks Brenna!) How to be Broke like a Real Person During the sixty-five eternities …
Free and discounted Museum Passes? Borrow them from your local library!
If you haven’t visited your local library lately, you may not realize what a tremendous wealth of resources they have to offer! In addition to many Children’s Room activities (crafts, story times and reading programs), they also offer library card …
Black Friday shopping tips: Get the bargains and keep your sanity.
We’ve all heard about the crazy deals shoppers can score on Black Friday, but all the hype can be intimidating! Here are some tips to help you get the bargains and make it home in one piece. 1. Check Out …
Inexpensive holiday gift ideas for friends and family. Check and check.
We all have friends and neighbors who we’d love to shower with holiday pressies, but buying gifts for everyone in our lives can be expensive! Here are some ideas for homemade gifts of the best variety—FOOD! These gifts are low-cost, …
Soup’s On! Try this four-ingredient recipe that warms our heart.
This little number was adapted from an old college favorite and spruced up slightly for a delicious family lunch or dinner. It’s super easy, pretty inexpensive and darn tasty. And the recipe is so flexible! Mix up the ingredients using …
Tips For Stress-Free Back To School Shopping. Ya, That Just Happened.
Truth? I haven’t even begun my back to school shopping yet. I’m putting it off to the last minute, similarly to how I handle Christmas shopping because the task seems equally as daunting. Either that, or maybe it’s because summer …
Breast Pumps Tax Deductible? Yup! Plus 5 Health Expenses You Can Write Off.
The IRS announced today that new parents can write off breast pumps (or buy them with pre-tax flexible spending accounts), now that it officially considers them a “medical expense.” As long as you spend at least 7.5% of your total …
We Freaking Love the Dollar Tree. Look What We Found!
If you have a question, the Dollar Tree is the answer. I know this post won’t agree with everyone, but as the primary budget keeper in my household, those dollar stores offer deals that are just too good to pass …
The Right Way And The Wrong Way To Use Consumer Loyalty Cards.
Following up on our Loyalty Cards: A Good Deal Or Scary Big Brother, here’s a great article we found on the best ways to work the loyalty/membership card system. There are definitely some good tips here… ______________________________ If you’re like …
Loyalty Cards. A Good Deal Or A Scary Big Brother?
Remember when you used to be able to walk into a store because they were having a sale on (insert favorite product here), paid the cashier and were on your way? Not anymore. Most stores, particularly the grocery or pharmacies, …
Coupon Clipping. It’s Not As Hard As You Think.
I’ll admit it, I’m a coupon clipper. I’m the woman in the grocery store that you see frazzled and gripping a fistful of coupons in one hand and a child (or two) in the other. My constant goal? To save more and spend …
More Easy & Cheap Recipes. Dinner’s Ready!
You asked for it! Here are more easy and cheap recipes that you can get on your dinner table in less than 30 minutes. Easy Calzone Rolls$1.10 (two slices per serving) An easy and economical alternative to take-out pizza, …
Designer Kids’ Clothing (Or Almost) On The Cheap.
Having kids has given me a whole new attitude when I go shopping. I no longer focus on my fashion but instead, my children’s. Of course, the fact that they are always growing (funny, how that happens) makes an average …
Penny Pinchin’ Mama Gets Creative with Saving
My goal for 2010, like so many other families, is to spend less and save more. I’ve read a zillion articles to make me richer quicker, pay off my debt faster and have my kids’ college paid off by the time …
