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Frugal Consumers Hurt Recovery

At least that is the latest headline in the news. The Associated Press reported a story that consumers are being cautious about what they spend and that is hurting the economy. “For the economic recovery to gain strength – and the unemployment rate to come down in any meaningful way – consumers will need to become less frugal.” While I understand the basics of economics and how less spending can influence employers to be wary about hiring new employees. This can then affect the unemployment rate, I have to take offense at blaming the economy on frugal shoppers. Are we … Continue reading →

Adventures of a Beginning Couponer Part 4

Today I took my couponing skills for a test drive to my local Shaws supermarket. When we arrived at the store, Dylan and I went to pick out his bagel. He likes to chew on a bagel or a piece of fruit while we shop, so I always ask him when we get to the store which one he wants. He had just finished an apple before we left for the store, so I was not surprised that he wanted the bagel. Bagel in hand, we went about picking up the items on my list. As I had mentioned yesterday, … Continue reading →

The Recession is Over … Really?

Hey, everyone! The recession in the economy ended last year. Isn’t that great? I think it’s awesome! We’re not poor anymore. Um … really? Click here to check out a chart from SentierResearch. It’s okay … click … I’ll wait for you. See that red line? How it plummeted down there at the end? That represents the average American income. And did you see the black line, the one that rose? That was the unemployment rate. I’m not so sure that the recession is really over. But then I’m led to wonder something else. The numbers on the graph may … Continue reading →

Coupons Groupons – How One Guy is Surviving without Cash

I am as big a fan of coupons as the next person, but often I simply forget to use them. That isn’t a problem for Josh Stevens. This past May, Stevens launched on an adventure of a lifetime – survive only on coupons for a year. It isn’t quite as bad as it sounds. He is getting unlimited coupons from the Internet company Groupon. Groupon was launched in November 2008. It offers a daily deal for cities all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe. With Groupon, you can find the best places to eat, best things to do, and best … Continue reading →