Frugal families have long been fans of the end-of-season sale. They know that when stores change out old inventory for new, they slash prices on the outgoing merchandise to sell as much as possible. But time-sensitive sales are not only limited to seasonal items. Price-conscious consumers … [Read more...] about End of the quarter is a great time for bargains
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10 uses for shredded paper to save you money
With Tax Day right around the corner, you’re probably sifting through a lot of financial paperwork — or will soon. As you make room for the current tax year’s paperwork, you’re probably shredding a lot of papers from years past that are no longer relevant.And, of course, you’ll be putting any … [Read more...] about 10 uses for shredded paper to save you money
12 tips to avoid DIY repair disasters
The idea of saving hundreds, or maybe even thousands, of dollars when making home repairs is enticing. Surely you can repair those cracks in the wall, caulk around the bathtub, install a new toilet or change a light fixture. Maybe you can handle all these do-it-yourself projects – but, then … [Read more...] about 12 tips to avoid DIY repair disasters
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale 2024 — top deals and discounts
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Now is the time to score some great deals on Amazon's Big Spring Sale. While they might offer Prime Day deals and sales throughout the year, the spring sale also has some great deals. You can score BIG savings on items - and stock up on things you need! The Big Spring Sale is … [Read more...] about Amazon’s Big Spring Sale 2024 — top deals and discounts
Inexpensive ways to celebrate a meaningful Easter
A meaningful family Easter celebration doesn't have to entail a springtime spending spree, especially if you've just finished paying off the bills from Christmas. Here are ways to enjoy the holiday while keeping to a budget. Prioritize meaningful family timeOver the past couple of … [Read more...] about Inexpensive ways to celebrate a meaningful Easter
4 must-have cleaning products that really work
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I don’t blindly squeeze into a narrow parking spot scraping adjacent vehicles or throw wild cocktail parties. Nevertheless, in the past year I’ve had red wine splashed across my beige carpet (twice), had someone “kiss” my car's bumper with their vehicle (twice) and discovered the bottom of my nice … [Read more...] about 4 must-have cleaning products that really work
Enjoy Weekday Lunch Specials at Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
Mmm...chicken pot pie! Enjoy Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen's homestyle comfort food at value price. The popular eatery is making lunchtime more delicious for hungry bargain hunters with its Weekday Lunch Specials.For a limited time, the Weekday Lunch Specials are available Monday to … [Read more...] about Enjoy Weekday Lunch Specials at Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
Cheap, fun and pretty Easter egg decorating ideas
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These easter egg dying ideas are fun, simple, and great for kids and adults. The next time that you want to make pretty Easter eggs, keep these simple egg decorating tips handy! Easter egg decorating, for some, can be an art. I love the idea of doing something a bit beyond the … [Read more...] about Cheap, fun and pretty Easter egg decorating ideas
Frugal ways to celebrate Easter
The Easter holiday can be hard on a family’s budget. You’ve just made it through Christmas and Valentine’s Day, and now you're looking at buying new outfits, filled-to-the-brim Easter baskets and lots of delicious food for a special Easter dinner. The cost can add up quickly.How much do … [Read more...] about Frugal ways to celebrate Easter
9 cheap house cleaning tips that actually work
You don’t need to spend a fortune to keep your home sparkling clean. Learn how to save money on cleaning supplies and other frugal housekeeping tricks with these nine house cleaning tips that really work.1. Clean often It seems counterintuitive, but cleaning your home more often will save you … [Read more...] about 9 cheap house cleaning tips that actually work
How to grow herbs and save money all year
Are you tired of paying big bucks for cooking herbs? Grow your own. For less than the price of a jar of dried herbs, you can plant fresh herbs (plants or seeds). Use your fresh herbs during the growing season and dry herbs throughout winter. Most herbs are easy to grow. These tips tell you how to do … [Read more...] about How to grow herbs and save money all year
17 home renovations that add value to your house
Even if you’re not planning to sell your home any time soon, when you consider remodeling, you face this inevitable question: How much will this improvement add to the value of my home?Surprisingly, much of the time the answer is not as much as it costs to make the improvement.But some … [Read more...] about 17 home renovations that add value to your house
12 spring cleaning tasks that will save you money
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Spring cleaning isn’t just a feel-good task that declutters your home and leaves it sparkling. It’s also a source of found money. Intrigued? Make your spring ritual pay off by learning how best to tackle typical spring cleaning chores and how your pursuit of cleanliness can save you a few … [Read more...] about 12 spring cleaning tasks that will save you money
How to pay off $100,000 in debt
A few years ago, Travis Pizel and his wife, Vonnie, found themselves in crisis. The Rochester, Minnesota, couple had good jobs and lived well, eating out frequently, buying what they wanted and taking vacations to water parks with their two children.But a letter from their credit card company … [Read more...] about How to pay off $100,000 in debt
How to organize your life with pegboard
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I recently decided to organize my garage using pegboard. Before I began, I looked at pegboard organization ideas and wow, was I surprised at how much can be done with some simple, inexpensive pegboard.No matter what room you want to get into shape, pegboard can help, and it’s cheap. We’ve found … [Read more...] about How to organize your life with pegboard
