Category: Cheap living

  • Back to School Shopping: Six ways to save

    It might seem like summer vacation began just the other day, but, believe it or not, those school bells will start ringing sooner than later. And that means, for many families, it’s time for back to school shopping. According to the National Retail Federation, families with children in kindergarten to grade 12 spend more than […]

  • Tips For Creating a College Budget That Works

    Many college students struggle to pay college tuition, but some are finding it hard to even cover their basic needs. A new report from the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators says college campuses are responding to an increased need for services such as food pantries and campus vouchers, which cover bookstore materials or dining […]

  • Save Money on Mobile Plans With One Simple Change

    I cringe whenever I hear of anyone paying high prices for their cell phone. It’s not uncommon for an individual plan to edge up close to the $100 mark and I’ve heard of families with multiple teens paying more than $400 monthly for a family plan. In fact, recent research shows that the average phone […]

  • Summer Barbecue Hacks: Five Ways to Keep Costs Down

    Summer is here, which means it’s time to plan for all of those summer barbecues. If you are looking to keep costs down, you’ve come to the right place. Maybe you always host the neighborhood Independence Day celebration. Or, maybe you prefer more spur-of-the-moment gatherings, which come together after a day at the pool with […]

  • How Good Financial Choices ‘Pay For’ Themselves

    It’s good to save and cut expenses- but sometimes it’s good to invest to really save. Here are four household items to purchase that will do just that!

  • Cheap Summer Activities For Kids That Fit In Your Budget

    For kids, summer vacation drags on forever. For parents, those weeks can just seem like a big drag on their wallet – thanks to summer camps, vacations and all of those ice cream cones. But summer time doesn’t have to be so expensive. Here are five cheap summer activities to keep down expenses and build […]

  • School’s Almost Out: Tips for Covering Summer Expenses

    Most kids can’t wait until that last bell rings, signaling summer vacation. Working parents, however, often look to that same day with dread as they add up the total cost of Summer expenses on their wallets. Vacations, camps, activities, pool time. Together, those Summer expenses conspire to have a huge impact on a family’s budget. […]

  • Don’t Break the Bank Buying Cleaning Products

    Looking to save money on homemade cleaning products? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American homeowner spends about $725 a year on housekeeping supplies, including laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, toilet paper and other necessities. The average renter shells out about $403. Household cleaning products and cleansers can cost a lot of […]

  • Having Fun While on a Budget: 19 Ideas to Try Today

    You might think that you have to spend a lot of money to enjoy things in life, but that isn’t always the case. Here are some options for you to try, today!

  • 10 Easy Ways to Save Money on Everyday Living Expenses

    We all like to save money whenever we can right? If you look closely, there are probably everyday ways to cut costs and save money on a weekly or monthly basis. A little bit of savings can add up to a lot over the long haul! Here are 10 easy ways to save money on everyday […]