Earn, Save & Live Smart
Isn’t capitalism wonderful? American companies have to battle to earn each consumer’s business, and they have come up with some pretty interesting ways to accomplish that goal. One of the most recent developments in the battle for buying dollars is consumer rewards programs, which were pioneered by credit cards but have since expanded into other … Read more
I just received my big fat check from Ebates.com…I earn cash back for my online purchases from over 1200 stores plus cash for referring friends to Ebates. It’s free to sign-up for Ebates, and it’s easy money…what are you waiting for? P.S. – My check for the past 3 months was over $1000! ~~~~~~~ In … Read more
New clothes, books, pens, pencils and paper are some of the back-to-school shopping standards. But, what about cell phones? Many parents are adding cell phones to the list of must-have school supplies. Whether for coordinating pick-ups, tracking after-school activities or web browsing for homework help, a recently study from the National Consumer League showed nearly … Read more
Ahhh, back to school. Some kids love it, others hate it. But either way you should make sure your kids are going back feeling confident and stylish for the new year. Young girls, in particular, can be under a lot of pressure to wear the right clothes and look a certain way. Luckily, big-box stores … Read more
I just purchased my daughter’s required school uniform shoes online and saved nearly 30%! Tell me more! Show me how! Help me save! It’s easy to save money when you’re shopping online if you follow these 3 easy steps: Start by doing an internet search for the item you’re shopping for and visit a few … Read more
July 4 is near! Are you ready to razzle dazzle in your boldest red, white, and blue? It’s your patriotic duty to don your stars, stripes, and most Americana ensembles on the Fourth of July. If these colors aren’t found in your closet already, not to worry! There are lots of patriotic pieces available right … Read more
Why does everything have to be new? Why do second hand items have an undeserving stigma attached to them? You’ll save money without compromising quality or durability when you buy second hand. Buy These Items Second Hand – The Top 5 1. Clothes The most obvious suggestion, second hand clothes are not hard to come … Read more
Father’s Day, gifts for men…always a challenge! Got gifts? Need ideas? Read on! In my opinion, men are the most difficult to shop for, so I’ve come up with a solution that’s perfect for Father’s Day, Dad’s birthday or any special day for the man in your life! It’s called…A Day For Dad! A … Read more
Summer Essentials under $20 Although the unusually warm weather has left it feeling like summer for months already, the real deal is just around the corner! As summer nears, chances are that you will begin shopping around for the season’s must-have items. You know, those few items that you just can’t seem to live without? … Read more
Cheap & Cheerful is the term I use for great gifts that will put a smile on someone’s face without costing you a fortune. The end of the school year is certainly a time when we could all use Cheap & Cheerful gift ideas for teachers! My new favorite? A vase made with pencils! Try … Read more