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Things That It Makes Sense To Buy In Bulk

If you are looking for ways to save money, buying certain items in bulk can be one way to trim your household budget. While it is true that a membership to Sam’s, Costco, BJ’s, or another wholesale club does cost money there are savings to be had if you shop wisely. For most families, it does not make sense to buy all of the groceries in bulk. For example, is the double mega pack of Honey Nut Cheerios really a good deal of your kids don’t like eating the same cereal for breakfast every day for a month? There are … Continue reading →

How to Get Your Finances in Control

If you feel as though your finances are out of control then you will want to read this post. I’ll walk you through some steps that you can take to figure out exactly where your money is going and how to stop it from flowing out of your door without your conscious consent. Getting your financial situation under control will help you live a better life and avoid being left with nothing. The first thing that you need to do to get your finances under control is to create a budget. No one really likes to make a budget. Not … Continue reading →

Top Frugal Blogs of 2007

I hope your new year celebration was joyous and fun! Think of all of the good things that happened in your life in 2007 and look forward to all of the good things to come in 2008! Did you save a lot of money this year? Did you put into place some frugal practices that you can keep for life? The new year is always a time for a new start. So if you have a financial goal, such as paying for a vacation, becoming a stay at home parent or just using your resources wisely, the Frugal Living Blog … Continue reading →

Frugal Food: Make Your Own Granola Bars?

It isn’t hard to make your own granola bars. They are tasty, healthy and very frugal. So why haven’t I done it? After going through a pantry challenge for a couple of weeks, we were running low and decided to do a big shop at our local warehouse club. I’m in a tricky spot. We are moving in a few weeks, so I didn’t want to buy too much food or household supplies. Any extras would have to be moved (costs money) or left behind (wastes money). Still, we really needed some basics for quick and easy meals and snacks … Continue reading →

Frugal Storage: Finding Creative (and Cheap) Ways to Store Your Stuff

I love watching the organizing shows, such as Clean Sweep and Clean House. I am amazed at how much stuff people try to fit in their houses. Sometimes these house are twice the size of mine with what looks like plenty of closet space. Many times the people have invested in expensive storage systems that go unused. While de-cluttering is a must when you can’t see the floor, good storage strategies are important, too. If you stockpile items to save money or to be prepared, you know how important storage is to your efficiency and your sanity. Here are two … Continue reading →

Is Buying in Bulk Bad for Your Budget?

You’ve probably seen all of the many headlines that infer we are getting fat from super sizing our burgers and fries. Now the media is telling us that we are also getting fat, and our wallets are getting thin, from bulk buying at the warehouse stores. ABC News aired a story claiming that the warehouse stores encourage excess; people get carried away shopping at warehouse stores, buying more than they thought they would and consuming more because they have more. “One woman we spoke with at Costco said she often spends more than what she planned to spend. “You can … Continue reading →

How to Save Money on an Engagement Ring

Many couples today are choosing to forego the elaborate engagement ring and put the savings toward starting their lives together, such as toward the down payment of a home, getting rid of debt such as student loans, or saving for future children who might come along. But just because you are foregoing the elaborate part doesn’t mean that you have to give up the ring. In fact, you can use a couple of different strategies to get a nice ring and have your savings too. Generally, it isn’t the setting that costs the bulk of the money on an engagement … Continue reading →

Frugal Living Month in Review: July 2008

July went by so quickly for us! There were so many fun and frugal activities and events for us to explore, from a science camp to free movies and sand sculpting. I hope your July was equally fun and frugal. Summer is a busy time, I know. Did you miss any frugal articles last month? If so, here is an opportunity to catch up on what you missed. There are new ways to save money on food, clothing, kids, gas and more. Feel free to leave a comment on any frugal post. I read all of the comments myself, no … Continue reading →

Stocking up on Office Supplies

When people think of “stocking up” during time of economic uncertainty, they often think in terms of food and basic household staples. If you are into preparing for the future or getting good prices by buying things in bulk, you might consider applying the same strategy to your home business. Recently, I purchased several ink cartridges for my computer printer. I decided to stock up and purchase a few of each color so that I could get a discount and would have a goodly supply. I also discovered that the shipping is cheaper overall ordering things in bulk like that. … Continue reading →

Frugal Living Week in Review: July 21st Through July 27th

We have a lot of articles on food this week, from saving money on cereal to the best time to grocery shop. Please check them out and let me know if there are any particular topics or knowledge that you would like to read about. July 21st Frugal Living Week in Review: July 14th Through July 20th What is your biggest frugal pet peeve? Is it other people who waste things? Is it the price of food? I’d love to hear from you for a future blog post. Meanwhile, in the words of Ricky Ricardo, I have some “splainin” to … Continue reading →