Have you ever been shopping and as you stroll up and down the aisle, you catch a big, colorful “Sale!” sign in blinking lights out of the corner of your eye that makes you stop dead in your tracks? You were not shopping for that particular item but you are forced to stop because the … Read More →
5 Common Couponing Mistakes
5 Common Couponing Mistakes Shopping using coupons is a great way of saving money. However, many people use coupons in the wrong way and thus end up spending more or getting disappointed. Here are 5 common couponing mistakes made; try to avoid these! 1. Purchasing something just because you have a coupon This is the … Read More →
8 Ways To Be A Smarter Grocery Shopper
More and more people today are becoming alarmed at the amount of additives and chemicals in value-priced foods, and have developed systems to help their families eat better without destroying their food budget. Being a smart shopper doesn’t just refer to one’s ability to save money, but it also refers to one’s ability to get … Read More →
Budget Friendly Summertime Crafts
The following is a guest post from Gabrielle: It’s that time of year again, summer! While I enjoy having more time with the kids, there are some days that are simply just a challenge. Not only do I have to worry about staying on budget, but days like today, that are full of nonstop rain … Read More →
Be Prepared When a Sale Opportunity Strikes!
Have you ever come across an item that you know you will use at some point – only to realize you can’t afford it right this minute? At the same time, it’s on sale now so you can’t really afford to walk away either! What to do? Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the number of times … Read More →