Frugal Living Tips

There are so many different ways to save money.  I was just thinking about some of them and wanted to share them with the readers.

  • I’ve started washing and reusing the quart and gallon sized Ziploc bags.  I usually have just a few pots or dishes that I handwash each day and if I have a bag, I just wash that as well, turning it inside out to dry.
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    Written by Laura on October 22, 2008

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Visit Thrift Stores for Savings

One of the money saving tips I can’t stress enough is to utilize less expensive stores for things you need.  Stores like Goodwill aren’t just less expensive for you, the profits are utilized to help your local community.  Why get a new shirt for $25 at the Gap, or even $15 at Wal-Mart when you can go get a lightly used one at Goodwill for $5?  This is even more …

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Written by Matt on October 20, 2008

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Halloween Money Saving Tips

Holidays can put a bit of a strain on the budget, and Halloween is no exception.  Here are a few tips to help your wallet stay chubby while all the little ghouls and goblins pig out on candy:

Free Kids Meals

There’s a couple sites you really should visit to find some free and discounted kids meals in your area: www.kidsmeals.com and www.mykidseatfree.com/Select_A_City.asp are both great places to find ways to let your kids feast on the cheap.  There are so many deals I can’t begin to list them all.

Head to those websites and put in your zip code.  You’ll be amazed how many free/discount kids …

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Written by Matt on October 8, 2008

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Money Saving Tips

I’m sure everyone is aware of these tips, but it’s easy to get into old habits and forget to practice them: