Earn, Save & Live Smart
Are you expecting out-of-towners and want to help them feel more comfortable during their stay? But what if you don’t have a spare room or bed? Years ago, when my husband and I were young and carefree newlyweds, we had a small apartment that fit us comfortably. Extra people, however? Not so much! That didn’t … Read more
When Jack Frost makes his first chilly visit to your area, you want your home prepared but you don’t want to spend an arm and a leg to do it. After all, you’ll need that extra money for hot chocolate sprees! With that in mind, it’s a relief to find that there are a variety … Read more
If you’re a book lover, bookmarks are essential accessories. They are also helpful for students to mark their books. Instead of purchasing a bookmark, you can make your own adorable and functional marker. What you need: Colored paper Pencil Scissors Glue Ruler Marker Small embellishments Paint Colored Pen Grab the pencil. Draw a heart or … Read more
Being organized at home lets you put things in order and makes it easier to look for them when you need them. You can always go to the store and buy some organizers or storage kits to help you organize the clutter, but there are also DIY projects that you can do yourself so you … Read more
Did you know that planning ahead is an essential money saving tool? Planning ahead allows you to save time and money (and your sanity)! The Budget Diet girl (a.k.a. your free personal organizer) is here again with a checklist to help you plan ahead for April. Personal Organizer for April Check Your Calendar Check … Read more
To store or not to store…that is the question. Storage units make sense for short-term situations, but if you’re using your storage unit to stash unwanted stuff…I have a must-read story that will make any frugal girl cringe! Storage Unit Saga Note: Grab a tissue, it’s a sad, sad story. My sister-in-law, who shall remain … Read more
My parents are in their downsizing phase of life…ready to move from a 5000 square foot home to a 2000 square foot townhouse. Less house = less work = a simpler life. Of course, there’s more to downsizing than just buying a smaller house. Cutting square footage by more than half requires a serious paring … Read more
Actually, The Budget Diet girl made up National Cancel Day, but it is a great idea. This is the day you’re going to cancel memberships, subscriptions and services you don’t use, AND return or exchange items in your closets that still have tags. The end result will be money in your pocket! Let’s get National … Read more
The Budget Diet girl has a money saving challenge for you…take a week off from grocery shopping. Do you think The Budget Diet girl has gone off the frugal deep end and wants you to starve? Actually, if you’re like most American families, you won’t starve. You may not eat as much fresh produce as … Read more
Stop Junk Mail and Junk Email 54 emails today, 49 are junk. Another day, another mailbox full of catalogs and junk…is there any real mail out there? Who wants to eliminate their junk e-mail? Who wants to get rid of those piles of junk mail on the counter? Who want to save time? Stop Junk … Read more