We've all had times in our lives when we've made a bad purchase decision.  We were pressured to buy something on the spot, we wanted to keep up with our friends, we saw a deal that seemed too good to miss. The phrase 'You snooze, you lose' pops into your head as you open your wallet.  And oh, how retailers make it so easy to spend money! Before you make your next shopping trip - whether it's at a major retailer, a garage sale, online, or at a thrift shop - remember that there is another … [Read more...]

Grocery prices are on the rise again, and with a severe drought impacting a large portion of our nation's farms, prices are only going to get worse. It used to be that you could fill a cart for $100.  Now it seems like you're lucky to fill the cart for twice that amount.   It's also gotten harder to save money with coupons.  The really great coupon deals you used to be able to get a few years ago are harder to find because more folks are couponing and manufacturers are putting more … [Read more...]

My husband is a big football fan.  I am not.  And yet, the game is on.  And this Sunday, the BIG game is on - the Super Bowl. If you're the type of person who only takes a passive interest in the game while other fanatics in your house remain glued to the TV screen, I have some ways you can save money during the Super Bowl. … [Read more...]

There's a saying that says there are only two things in life that are certain: death and taxes. And while that's true, that doesn't mean you can't save money on getting your taxes done. … [Read more...]

The key to big grocery savings might be something you carry around in your purse. Download these 5 free apps to help you save on groceries each and every time  you go to the store. … [Read more...]