Earn, Save & Live Smart
Having a pet can be compared to having a kid; they are lots of fun, provide love and laughs, but they can also be very expensive. The good news is, there are some ways to save cash on pet food and supplies, and you don’t have to spend hours and hours digging through printed coupons … Read more
A Coach purse for $40! A brand new (with tags) Boston Proper jacket for $20! Like new Polo loafers $40…we looked them up online and new ones sell for $400! Once you score bargains like these you’ll be hooked on Goodwill and thrift store shopping! If you’re not a frequent Goodwill shopper, follow … Read more
Going to college, or even taking a single class, can result in financial stress. This is especially true when hidden expenses, such as textbooks and lab supplies, start to add up. The frugal person will look for ways to pare down expenses so they can stay within budget while continuing with their education. There are … Read more
If you’re a regular reader of The Budget Diet, you know that free printables are one of my favorite gifts…after all, they are FREE! A free printable can be printed (for free!) from your home computer, and then framed to give as a gift. The frame may not be free, but you can pick up … Read more
Wondering what the most popular Mother’s Day gifts are this year? In a recent survey by RetailMeNot, the top gifts moms want are… Flowers – 18% hope to receive flowers Spa Day – 18% would prefer a spa day Gift Card – 15% want a gift card Jewelry – 15% would like jewelry What’s on … Read more
Discounted Gift Cards are what I call “no-brainer instant savings,” so it’s time to learn how to buy discounted gift cards. Why would you pay $25 for a pair of shoes at Payless when you can pay $21? That would be silly! You can Buy Discounted Gift Cards For Up To 30% Off at Cardpool.com! … Read more
If you ask a teenager what they want for their birthday, they’ll likely say, “money.” BORING! Where’s the fun in that? There has to be a more creative way to give money. Thanks to Candace at She’s Crafty for coming up with a fun and festive solution…Birthday Balloons. Here’s how it works… Divide the money … Read more
Attention Bargain Queens (and Kings), there’s a new online magazine for you – The Real Deal by RetailMeNot. It’s a lifestyle magazine designed to help you get the most for your money by featuring consumer news, product reviews and gift guides. Here’s a sampling of the articles you’ll find… Spring Trends We Love – 23 … Read more
Do you think you’re a savvy saver? Take this quiz and find out! 1. When it comes shopping… A. I’m a shopaholic…I buy what I want, when I want it and I cringe when the bill comes! B. I occasionally splurge, but I usually wait for a good sale. C. I only buy what I … Read more
Are you planning to buy a new computer this year? How about a new phone or television? Is a new refrigerator on your list? Has your husband been saving up for a shiny new lawnmower or gas grill? If you’re planning any major purchases this year, consider this a “must-read.” Gone are the days of … Read more