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Frugal Living Guide

This guide provides tips and advice for squeezing the most out your money. Here, you can find suggestions ranging from practical and pragmatic to fun and fabulous.

    Get Creative and Crafty for Cheap

    You don’t have to be an expert to know how to make cool crafts. With a chunk of time, the proper materials and sense of fun, you and your kids can create oodles of crafts.
    You can decorate your house, give crafts away as presents, or keep them as precious memories of your kids’ creative energies.
    Crafts   [Read More …]


    Saving Tips to Grow Your Wealth

    The downturn in the economy has made people wiser with their spending. As of July 2009, the US savings rate for the average household grew to 6.9 percent — the highest rate since December 1993. In April 2008, the rate was 0. (See this article for more).
    We still have a way to go, however. Saving   [Read More …]


    Celebrate the Holidays Without Going Broke

    Americans spend around $600 on average during the holidays. To avoid feeling the financial pinch during this holiday season, we provide ways to save money without sacrificing your spirit of giving.


    Get Fit Without Breaking the Bank

    From the running shoes, monthly gym membership, money spent on athletic gear, to the cost of a new bike, getting in shape can definitely strain the wallet. Do not despair because there are a lot of simple ways to keep your waist and your budget trim.


    Great Sites for Online Freebies

    With economic conditions hurting sales, many businesses are doling out even more free goods to tempt people into buying their products. If you’re a savvy, frugal shopper, this is very good news! We give you some of our favorite freebie sites.


    Extend Your Summer Look Into Fall

    Our guest blogger provides you some quick tips to transition your summer wardrobe into an ensemble that ready for Fall.


    Give Yourself the Home Spa Treatment

    A professional pedicure can cost between $25-35 plus tip. Our guest blogger gives you the materials and know-how to save money while being kind to your feet.


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