Earn, Save & Live Smart
With the heat of summer upon us, we’re constantly on the look out for ways to cool down. Whether you’re at a summer party, poolside, or just in your own backyard, nothing beats the heat quite like a cool, refreshing drink. Your favorite summer drink doesn’t need to come from the shop down the street, … Read more
I need family-friendly outdoor games for summer socials, festivals and fundraising events that kids and adults can play quickly. Perennial favorites for everyone, easy to set up, easy portability and compact storage is my goal. When possible, I choose designs that kids can help make for fun. Here are some of my personal age and … Read more
If your kids are anything like mine, they likely have a hoard of toys that would put a dragon’s treasure trove to shame. Quite likely, your kids don’t even play with half the things they already own, yet they constantly ask for new toys. What’s a frugal parent to do? Well, you could get rid … Read more
My favorite thing about potlucks is the bountiful assortment of side dishes that are usually available. I can pile my plate high with a little of this salad and a little of that one. And more often than not, these salads aren’t leafy lettuce ones but are instead comprised of a rich abundance of other … Read more
Being frugal requires self-control and discipline. We’re conscious about how often we go out, and we carefully manage our spending habits in order to stretch every penny as far as we can. While frugalness has its rewards, how we manage our money directly has an impact on how we unwind after a stressful day. Some … Read more
I love leftovers. They make my life so much easier because I can cook once but eat twice. I realize, however, that not everyone shares this sentiment. Some see leftovers as an unappealing burden, but I think that’s just because they haven’t yet learned these seven tips for maximizing leftovers. With some forethought, careful storage … Read more
Most, if not all of us, have lived in an apartment or another rental at some point in our lives. Many of you may still be living in a rented home. When you rent your home, you’re often limited in what you can do to it, and the space may end up feeling not quite … Read more
Planning your next vacation usually means looking through the costs of plane tickets. For folks on a budget, the advent of cheap airfare is something that has enabled them to travel more than they may have otherwise. What you may not know (and I didn’t know either!) is that cheap airfare, may not be as … Read more
When my family and I decided to start living frugally, we found it frustrating to come up with fun things to do that didn’t cost an arm and a leg. We didn’t want to just while away our time in front of the TV for lack of funds so we got creative and found plenty … Read more
I love many things about summer–relaxed schedules, grilled dinners, sandal-clad feet–but I don’t care for the heat that rolls in like a smothering blanket and doesn’t let up for weeks or months. Some of us don’t have air conditioning at home to keep us cool, and others don’t want to foot the electricity bill that … Read more