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My oldest son is headed for college in a few short weeks, and I’d like to share some of the best student discounts that we’ve taken advantage of! Car Insurance – If your child is not taking a car to college, contact your insurance company to see if they offer a student away discount. The … Read more
My boys love Whataburger’s Honey Mustard Chicken Club, so this money saving mom figured out how to make it at home! Make your own fast food and save money!
Learn how to make your own smoothies or better yet, teach your kids to make their own smoothies! Fruit smoothies are healthy, refreshing and affordable when you make your own! Enjoy experimenting with different combinations of fruit…our family favorite is strawberry mango! Make your own smoothies for a fraction of the cost! ~~~~~~~ In full … Read more
Looking for some new ways to have fun as a family this summer without spending a small fortune? Here are 5 ideas for frugal summer fun for the entire family… 1. Have a water balloon fight. Kids love water balloon fights, especially when Mom and Dad are involved; and what better way to stay cool … Read more
While the prospect of buying a new car can certainly be exciting, trying to negotiate the best price can also be daunting. Using a few smart tips and techniques can help you to negotiate the best price on your next new car. The most important step you can take to help you obtain the lowest … Read more
The economy that is affecting the prices of daily necessities and the lack of job security are teaching us all the value of penny pinching. Stores that have suffered heavy losses during the recent economic downturn are doing their best to attract and retain shoppers. Given this, there has never been a better time to … Read more
Baking Soda is a friend of the frugal! It’s both budget friendly and earth friendly. That little yellow box (that costs less than a dollar) is a pint size miracle worker! So, exactly what are the uses for baking soda? Let me count the ways… Teeth Whitening – Put your regular … Read more
Have you ever found a foreign object in a piece of food? Did you write a letter to complain? Have you ever received poor service at a restaurant? Did you complain about the service? Have you ever had a store clerk speak rudely to you? Did you complain? Some people feel like it’s not … Read more
Harry Potter & The Deathly Hallows Part 2 opens in theatres July 15th, so if you’re planning a birthday party…a Harry Potter theme just might be the ticket! The Budget Diet’s Harry Potter party is ideal for boys or girls, ages 6 – 9. You’ll find ideas for Harry Potter invitations, Harry Potter games, Harry … Read more
There is a hit new reality show called Extreme Couponing. If you have not seen it and you live a frugal lifestyle, the show is definitely worth a watch, since you’ll probably find it pretty intriguing. The gist of the show is this: a few “extreme couponers” are profiled during every episode. These couponers spend … Read more