• How I Cut the Cable and Saved Almost $1,000 a Year

    How I Cut the Cable, added Hours to My Day, and Saved Almost $1,000/year A guest post from Andrea at Single Working Mama When I was pregnant with my daughter, I was a self-proclaimed Discovery Health addict. Despite my doctor’s recommendation to avoid the “baby shows”, I watched them religiously  — especially at the end of…

  • Toys for Less: 5 Ways to Cut Costs on Toys for the Kids!

    Christmas seems so long ago, doesn’t it? It was actually only a few months ago, but to your kids, that’s like forever – especially when it comes to the “newness” of their toys. By now, they’ve probably grown tired of many of Santa’s gifts, which means you’re buying new toys for the spring and summer…

  • Home Cents: Seven Uses for Super Savvy Seltzer Water

    Chances are, your grandmother knew the super savvy uses for seltzer water! Over the years, people have not given this miracle liquid the credit it deserves and have pushed it to the back burner. But lucky for you, seven uses for super savvy seltzer water are just waiting for you below! What comes to mind…

  • Items Worth Buying at the Dollar Store

    I love shopping at any dollar store where everything is only $1.00!  There are several items that I purchase only at dollar stores, because it is cheaper than items that I find anywhere else, including Wal-Mart. Here’s a list of items worth buying from the Dollar Store! 1. Gift Items: Bags, Wrapping Paper, Bows, Ribbons, Boxes,…

  • How to Get Freebies in Your Mailbox

    I love freebies. Why? Well, that’s easy. They are FREE! They cost nothing! I don’t pay a dime for them and they arrive in my mailbox on an almost daily basis! Why? I sign up for them as I see them! The great news about these freebies is that YOU can get them, too. Do…

  • Want a Raise? Follow These 5 Tips to Get the Money You Deserve

    Studies show more than 50 percent of American employees feel that they deserve more money than they’re currently making. Are you one of those underpaid workers? If you are, it might be time to ask for a raise – with a little help from these five tips. Know What You Want – Of course, you…

  • DIY Beauty Treatments Using Mint

    For many, an herb garden is just as essential to them as their vegetable garden! After all, how would that pesto or tomato salad be tasty if you didn’t have a fresh snip of basil or oregano to add? But did you know there are other household uses for those herbs you grow? Herbs need…

  • Labor Day on a Budget: 5 Celebrations to Help You Celebrate and Save

    Labor Day is coming up (Monday, September 2) and you’ve probably already given some thought to how you’re going to celebrate the end-of-summer holiday. Or, if you’re like some people, you won’t give it much thought until about three days before the big day. Either way, you’ll be happy to know that you can have…

  • 9 Quick Tips on How to Save Money By Buying in Bulk

    One way to save money is to buy items in bulk when possible. While you may be spending a little more up front, you’ll be buying items less often and paying less for them per unit price. If you pay attention to a few tricks, you’ll be able to save money on a variety of…

  • Ways to Save For Your Future

    Saving money is a challenge for some and saving money for the future and your retirement can be a bigger challenge. Are you saving for your future? If not, remember it’s never too late if you start now! There are several ways for you to save for your future! My family started saving money after…