For the grocery store Check mommysavers before Never pay full price For shopping online Check couponcabin each time Never pay full price To craig’s list I go If I’d like to see a show Never pay full price If it needs a fix DIY is in the mix Never pay full price Never pay full price Do I need to say it twice? Never pay full price read more
I am a firm believer in date nights with my husband. With two kids at home, it is crucial to get time away to reconnect with your spouse. However, our budget doesn't always allow for dinners out at lavish restaurants. We live in wine country and there are a lot of pricey options. I am by nature a saver and am always looking for fun on the cheap! -We never pay for a babysitter. The grandparents live nearby, and they are kind enough to sit. Also, my DD has just turned 13 and can now watch her brother. We invested in a babysitter training course for her through the Girl... read more
The way I save on meats is to buy it when it goes on sale so generally I'll head to the market in the morning after dropping my son off at school. The meat is near its expiration date so plan on using this meat that same day or freeze. Just ask your butcher about their mark down schedule. Buy less expensive cuts of meat by tenderizing, marinating and consider slow roasting or throw it into a crock pot recipe. Don't buy the already formed and frozen ground beef for burgers, instead buy fresh ground beef and make them yourself. When shopping for chicken, fish or a... read more
A few years ago, I took a new job, and we relocated to the High Plains. I was accustomed to having five grocery chains (with multiple stores from each chain within driving distance), three farmer's markets, various road-side produce stands, and my own little garden plot in the back yard. Needless to say, I got sticker shock when I went to the grocery here the first few times! We had two - count 'em, TWO! locally owned, mom-and-pop style grocery stores in our new town. The next nearest town was a 25 minute drive, and the "big city" took an hour to get to. I knew... read more
I save my family over 50% or more on our grocery bill buy spending only $2.00 per week. That's right, only $8 a month for 50% or more on our whole months grocery bill. Want to know how? I buy my wife a newspaper every Sunday on my way home from work. She in turn uses the coupons that she pulls out of it to consistently save 50% or more at the grocery store. It really is amazing how much money using coupons can actually save you. So to all you guys out there. Pick up your wife a newspaper on your way home. Or better yet, pay to have it... read more
When I hear the amounts that people are spending on groceries every week, I am amazed. I was watching one show in particular where a lady filled her cart with groceries, and the total came to over $400. For one cart of groceries? How is that even possible? The coupon experts came along and rescued her, showing her how she could get the same groceries (or similar ones) for about 10% of what she had been prepared to spend. I've been spending an average of $300/month for years - and that buys everything - groceries, cleaning supplies, toiletries, my clothing. ... read more
As a single mom to five kids living at home, along with a grandchild, I can tell you that providing for them all on my income is no easy feat! One of the ways I do it is to comparison shop. Store ads are there for a reason...to lure us in. But, you can use that to your advantage. Price compare! Keep a running list each week on paper. If one store has an item on sale for cheaper than the other, mark it down. BUT, do not allow yourself to run all over town trying to get the best prices. Instead, when you have tallied up for what you need, find the top two stores... read more
I have two boys that are 2 and under and we are a one income family. Since my oldest is still not potty trained, the cost of diapers and wipes add up quickly. One thing that I do to save money on wipes is by making my own. With one roll of Bounty paper towels, 1 1/4 cup water, and 1 TBS each of baby oil and baby wash, I can fill 2 wipe containers and the wipes last me almost up to 2 weeks. One roll of regular Bounty paper towels has 52 sheets per roll so you are getting 104 wipes for a fraction of the cost of store bought! As far as the coupons I get for wipes, I... read more
I’m busy, as in I don’t have time to pee-during-the-day-busy. I wake up at about 6am, get the kids school stuff together, get my husband out the door to work, get myself ready, get the kids ready, get them off to school, and then head into the office. After the office, I get home, make sure homework is done, and start shuttling children to various activities – oh, and coordinate kids eating schedules with my husband. The last thing that I want to do is spend hours cutting coupons, comparing prices, and running all over town (especially since we live in the country... read more
Do you find yourself searching for great trinkets to fill baskets, stockings, or just have on hand for that special treat? Are you ever floored by how these little items add up? Look no further for some great money-saving tips to keep your pockets full and your kids happy! It's easy to keep a stash of supplies on hand if you know when to stock up. There are a lot of great savings to be had for small items for Christmas stockings, Easter baskets, small gifts for a job well done, or any other occasion (think St. Nicholas Day, Valentine's Day, Halloween, birthday... read more
