I'm a BIG proponent of stocking up on kids clothing when I see a good deal. I buy clothing for my whole family for the following year at the end-of-the season closeouts. I also stock up on kids' clothing at garage sales during the summer months. I save a ton of money by doing this. But while I save money doing this, there is a risk involved. If you don't time it just right, your kids may outgrow the clothing before they get a chance to wear it. Here are some tips to help you stockpile … [Read more...]

It seems like every time you turn on the news, there's another story the rising cost of food.  Every time you pick up the newspaper, you notice that there are fewer good coupons, and less sales than there used to be. I've said before that you have to learn how to make saving a habit, and that's especially true when it comes to your food bill.  Establishing some smart routines to help you save on groceries will allow you to continue to eat well on a tight budget. … [Read more...]

I can still remember being a young broke college student on a mission to mix up some margaritas with friends.  Just one problem: No blender.  So we headed to a thrift shop and with a little bit of digging, were able to piece together a Frankenstein blender that got the job done and we only spent $1. I'm since graduated to a rather nice blender and I've swapped the margaritas for smoothies.  But I haven't stopped shopping for secondhand items for my kitchen. And I've learned that there is a … [Read more...]

If you've ever visited a furniture store, you know that sometimes the prices make you want to sit down. It can be hard to find the money, or even the desire to spend the money, on something that is basically used to support your rear end. One of the best things I've learned from my cheapskate ways is that it is possible to have nice quality furniture on a budget.  It takes a bit more time and a bit more work, but you can save money on furniture when you know how. … [Read more...]

If you've read this blog for any period of time, you know that I'm a firm believer of the idea that little things add up to big things.  It doesn't matter if you're growing your own food, taking online surveys, clipping coupons or finding mail-in rebates.  Every little bit you do to save money or make money adds up. That's why I was intrigued by this infographic created by the folks at Points.com entitled How to Live on Loyalty Rewards.   … [Read more...]