One of my favorite strategies for saving money on baby items is to buy items slightly used. In fact, most of the time, I buy a gently used baby toy, baby equipment, or clothing, use it, then sell it for a small profit. Since babies tend to grow out of their clothes and toys, it […]
I shook my head in shame when I saw the charge on my credit card statement. This was the third month I had been charged $14.99 for a credit monitoring service that I didn’t mean to keep past a free trial period. I knew it was exactly what the company who created the service hoped would […]
There are many of us who still refuse to break ties with our cable company because of our kids. However, you don’t have to fear that your kids will cause an uproar if you kick your cable provider to the curb. There are many affordable choices available for them. An added bonus is that by cutting cable TV, […]
Yard sale season is gearing up and before all you minimalists cringe, keep in mind that yard sales aren’t just for hoarders. Garage sales hold tremendous savings potential for anyone who’s willing to take the time and effort to shop for items properly. With that in mind, here are a few tips I’ve learned and picked up […]
Summer is finally here! Warmer, sunnier weather means spending more time outdoors and enjoying new activities. One of the quintessential things to do during the summer is to attend an outdoor concert. It’s a great atmosphere to sit back, relax, and just enjoy the music. Even though most of us would love to go to a […]
When my daughter received an invitation to a friend’s birthday party, I told her to start thinking about what she wanted to give as a gift. Fast forward a week, we woke up the day of the party with no present purchased. I suggested that we simply get her friend a gift card, which […]
