Taking Alternate Transportation: Bus & Train Review

In the last two months I have traveled a lot! I am ready to stay home for awhile now! The nice thing is I have tried multiple types of transportation… plane, train, bus and a rental car. I tend to gravitate towards the airplane when traveling. In many cases I am limited on time. Technically, [...]

What is a Good Buy Price for Household Goods?

Ove the last few weeks I have been telling you what my buy price is for groceries. The best way to save money at the grocery store is to be knowledgable in what a good price is. If you know what a good price is, you will know when to stock-up. This week, I am [...]

What is a Good Buy Price for Produce?

The best way to save money at the grocery store is to be knowledgable in what a good price is. If you know what a good price is, you will know when to stock-up. Remember that just because the sign says sale, does not not mean that it is a good price. If you are [...]

What is a Good Buy Price for Pantry Items?

The best way to save money at the grocery store is to be knowledgable in what a good price is. If you know what a good price is, you will know when to stock-up. Remember that just because the sign says sale, does not not mean that it is a good price. If you are [...]

What is a Good Buy Price for Dairy & Beverage Items?

Last week I wrote about my buy price for meat. I got several requests to continue the series! This week I will tell you what my buy prices are for Dairy & Beverage Items. When I finish the series, I will combine the whole list onto one page for you. If you are just joining [...]

What is a Good Buy Price for Meat?

A very common comment I hear is “There are no coupons for food products I buy. How can I save money?” Well forget coupons. Really- you do not have to use coupons to save money at the grocery store! There are other ways to save money on food products. I have mentioned before that you [...]

Track Online Deals with Advanced Tools

Now that the expensive Christmas period is over, we’re thrust straight into the summer holiday period when the kids are off school and we have to spend extra cash on holidays. Chances are you’re looking to save money wherever you can, and shopping online is one of the best ways to do so. If you’ve [...]

Saving Money While Eating Out on Vacation

Travel season is in full swing. A big expense while traveling is food. Although eating out is enjoyable, it can put a strain on the vacation budget. There are ways to save on meals while traveling though. Pack snacks: With two young boys snacks and drinks are essential. Sometimes it may be a long wait [...]

Thrifty & Unique Wedding Gifts

This is the last of the Affordable Wedding series. If you are just joining us, I have written about Inexpensive Wedding Favors and Planning a Wedding on a Budget. Sara from Saving For Someday is guest posting today on Thrifty & Unique Wedding gifts. Summer is prime wedding season. It’s also a great opportunity to share [...]

Inexpensive Wedding Favors & Decorations

I am so blessed to have a crafty and creative mom. My wedding certainly would not have been the same without her ideas and hard work. My mom ended up saving us a ton of money by coming up with creative but inexpensive favors and decorations. Even if you are not planning a wedding, you [...]