Image courtesy of Andrew Hounslea Stockpile. That word seems to induce fear in most people. I think they envision Costco-sized boxes and cans hanging out of every closet and crevice in their home, but it doesn’t have to be that way. First off, let’s talk about when and why you should stockpile. When? When the …
There are many ways to save money on groceries and I’ll cover several of them during this Money-Saving Habits for 2009 series. If you’re new to the frugality mindset, however, before you dive into couponing and non-couponing strategies, I recommend you make an effort to save money on one of the most expensive things you’re …
Image courtesy of rockcreek If entertainment costs are too high in your family, consider the incredible resource of your public library. There are so many opportunities for saving money: Renting DVDs: Our library has every Nick Jr. and PBS show on video, raising an argument for cancelling satellite TV (hubby is the holdout on that). …
Image courtesy of loraa444 As we begin the new year, you may be looking back at your own family budget and thinking you need to make some changes in 2009. If you’re new to Mommy Making Money, welcome! I write about how you can save money as well as ways to bring money in to …
I’ve been waiting and waiting for the 93% lean ground beef to go on sale at the previous lowest price of $1.99/lb, but it hasn’t happened in months. I broke down and paid $2.99/lb for it last week, which apparently is the new lowest price, because I’m starting to see that at all three chain …
Looking for a project to do on these long winter break days? Dig out some of the packing peanuts that came with your shipped holiday gifts. Set the kids up with glue, construction paper, and a bowl of styrofoam peanuts to make Snow Pictures. I gave the toddlers some glue with a paintbrush; it’s a …