How to Have A Baby On A Budget

How to Have a Baby on a Budget Babies can be very expensive – if you let them. There are ways you can save on the costs and be able to enjoy your new bundle of joy without breaking the bank. Becoming frugal in terms of baby gear and clothing is important so you aren’t feeling any unnecessary stress during […]

How To Save On Extra Curricular Activities For Kids

If you have kids then you undoubtedly have seen the insanely large costs of having them enrolled in extra curricular activities. Whether they are sports fanatics, dancers or musicians the costs can become overwhelming to say the least. These tips on How To Save On Extra Curricular Activities For Kids are a great place to start when your son or […]

7 Ways to Buy What You Want For Less

There is tons of advice out there on how to get the things your family needs for less, but not a whole lot when it comes to getting the things you want. Living a frugal lifestyle does not have to mean living bare bones and never purchasing anything your heart truly desires. It just means doing it in a smart […]

Teaching Kids the Value of Money: Saving Up, A Little At A Time

  Miss Sarah has a hefty goal. She wants an iPad, like some of her friends have. We told her, that if she saved HALF, we would pay the difference. WHY am I making my kiddo save over $200 for an iPad? Easy. Some of her 6-7 year old friends, that got them for Christmas, have already ruined theirs. {sigh} […]

What to Make with Tortillas

Let’s face it: tortillas are cheap. Add in the fact that they are low carb? It makes for a perfect base for a meal. We have rounded up a dozen great ideas for you that help turn this very frugal item into something yummy to feed your family. It’s perfect if you have ever wondered What to Make with Tortillas. […]

3 Easy Tips for Sealing Driveway Yourself

Tips for Sealing Driveway? Curb appeal is a HUGE thing to a home buyer — you need to have everything visibly appealing to help make that killer first impression! I have done a great job with the flower beds, there is always something blooming in my yard – all spring, summer, and fall. When they did the street work a […]