Most parents do not relish back-to-school clothes shopping. The crowds and the cost create a less-than-enjoyable experience. I can’t fix the crowds but I can help with the cost. Last year, I outfitted my two kids for the school year for less than $100 each. Considering many items easily sell … [Read more...] about 6 ways to save on kids’ back-to-school clothes
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16 post-summer uses for pool noodles and other summer clearance items
The bargainista part of me just loves all those end-of-season sales. I get bargain-priced holiday wrap, Halloween decorations and more. Summer's end brings similar deals -- you know what I mean if you've ever walked through the pool/outdoor area of any Target, Walmart, Christmas Tree Shop, … [Read more...] about 16 post-summer uses for pool noodles and other summer clearance items
How to save money on food without using coupons
Groceries for a family of four cost an average of $727 to $1,303 a month, not including takeout and restaurant meals, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s a big chunk of change. But there are ways to spend less on food and still eat a healthy, nutritious diet. And you may … [Read more...] about How to save money on food without using coupons
How to save money at Bed Bath & Beyond
Generally I purchase my housewares at Homegoods or Marshall's but sometimes they just don't have what I'm looking for so I employ the following tactics to save big at Bed Bath & Beyond. Save the coupons Typically, there are two types of coupons: 20% off one item and $5 off a purchase of … [Read more...] about How to save money at Bed Bath & Beyond
10 great money-savers for young families
Saving money doesn't have to be painful. Sometimes it's just a matter of changing our perspective about what we really need and what we simply want. There are many rewards to living within our means, including developing the discipline needed to save for great life experiences and paying off debts … [Read more...] about 10 great money-savers for young families
How to Save Money with Target Cartwheel
I'm not much of a Target shopper. I recently started using Target Cartwheel and I find it an easy way to save money so I'm actually shopping there more when a good deal comes up. What is Target Cartwheel Target Cartwheel is a coupon app from Target. You can access the coupons, called "offers" … [Read more...] about How to Save Money with Target Cartwheel
7 money-saving tips for buying (and not losing) new luggage
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Summer means travel. Living On The Cheap is all about saving readers money and that includes travel. I’m a bit of a suitcase addict -- you should see my basement -- and every year attend to the Travel Goods Showcase to see what’s new. It’s all about FUNCTION, SAFETY, SIZE, and WEIGHT -- and … [Read more...] about 7 money-saving tips for buying (and not losing) new luggage
Six benefits of joining Amazon Student
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Attention, college students: Whether you're headed near or far to college this year, you're going to need "stuff." Join Amazon Student and get FREE two-day shipping for college students. The online shopping mecca is offering its Amazon Student program free for six months, so you can get all of the … [Read more...] about Six benefits of joining Amazon Student
Creating the perfect gift closet
Gift giving, such a bitter sweet act of kindness. Giving gifts shows an extension of our love for someone, however giving gifts so it doesn’t break the bank can prove to be rather difficult at times. Doesn’t it always seem to happen that in July you find the perfect gift for someone, but their … [Read more...] about Creating the perfect gift closet
12 great gifts for teachers
Do you have a child in school? Whether you have a preschooler, elementary school student, middle schooler, or high school student, you likely are thinking about getting gifts for your child's teachers. It's a quandary parents face every year. Lucky for you I have advice on teacher gift ideas … [Read more...] about 12 great gifts for teachers
How to get the best deals at thrift stores
Thrift store shopping has long been a necessity for those with limited resources, but these days it’s embraced by people of all economic levels. Not only is it a dependable way to save money, but it’s fun. Where else can you find a Liz Claiborne skirt (new, with tags) hanging next to one from … [Read more...] about How to get the best deals at thrift stores
College students: extra 25% off local Groupons all year long
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College students, you probably know about Amazon Prime Student, where you can get six months of Amazon Prime for free, and then a 50% off discounted rate thereafter. But did you know that you can get a 25% discount on local Groupons all year, too? There's no cost to sign up. You just have to … [Read more...] about College students: extra 25% off local Groupons all year long
