Keeping to Your Grocery Budget

I keep a spreadsheet on my computer with my grocery list. A day or two prior to shopping day, I update the list. I aways keep the staples permanently listed... read more

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Start an "Urban Garden"

One way that could help cut down on grocery bills is to start an "urban garden." This growing trend is an easy one to join. Pick veggies that are hardy,... read more

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Wow! I'm a Cheapskate!

After reading your request and all the comments on how much to pay a babysitter, I feel like a real cheapskate. But I do really agree with the mom who... read more

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What's Your Number?

We teach our kids our home phone numbers as soon as they can count, but we often don't think about another important "number" in our lives. When asked this question,... read more

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Where is Your Money Going?

Do you know exactly where you spend every penny? Get a small spiral notebook and create pages with various spending categories such as food, clothing, transportation, entertainment, etc. Every time... read more

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So You Want a Big House

For whatever reason, I've been sharing this story with several people as of late. I thought I'd also share it with you. It's great advice!

A friend of mine shared... read more

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Most Things We Know Already and Don't Apply

Americans spend an average of $6,111 per year on food, according to the U.S. Department of Labor's Consumer Expenditure Survey. But with prices rising quickly, food is taking an increasingly... read more

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No More Dry Markers

A friend of mine has invented this great product that is getting all the rave lately. If you have problems with dry out markers, missing caps or even missing markers,... read more

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How to Buy Over $300 Worth of Children's Clothing for $70

Clothes are expensive, especially when you have to buy for various ages and sizes all at once. Here's a trick I have been doing since my children were born to... read more

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Teach Your Children What Commercials Really Are

After my daughter told me that I should buy the Space Saver bags to get organized, I realized that we hadn't ever had a discussion about what commercials are. I... read more

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