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 Top 3 Reasons Why You Should Check Your Credit Score We talk about ways to save money. We share coupons. And now we’re going to get into being financially smart with your money. What’s the point of saving money by using coupons or other frugal tips and you miss out a KEY factor in being …

Boredom Busters: 20 Fun and Frugal Kids Summer Activities Are your kids screaming, I’M BORED? While summer is in full swing and just in case you run out of activities to keep them “busy”….. here are a few more to add to your list of things to do! This week I went to a new …

(photo credit) 8 Fabulous Ways To Save on Your Staycation   Budgets are extremely tight for a lot of families right now and the Staycation has been a popular choice for many budget conscious people for years now. While Staycations can be a lot cheaper than taking a few weeks somewhere else, paying for hotels, …

Italian Style Pork Chops Recipe Savory and delicious these Italian inspired pork chops will be a hit at your next family table.  Serve alongside a helping of potato’s, polenta, or rice- and a vegetable and you will have a satisfying meal that everyone will love.  Tender, moist, and crunchy this dish will surely become a …

  Be a Savvy Camper: How to Save Money on a Camping Trip The best kind of camper is a happy camper, and what could make a camper happier than saving money? Camping is an ideal getaway because it is so budget friendly and still allows you to enjoy a unique family experience. If you …

Decorating Tips For Summer Summer is a time for relaxing and the longer days make it easier for backyard BBQ’s and having fun in the sun. Decorating your home to reflect each season doesn’t have to be costly. There are many ways to decorate on a budget. However, summer is one of the easiest and …

Tips on how to save money on your hotel room

  How to Save on Hotels If you are traveling this summer, it often seems as though finding a great hotel is just as important as your destination! Even if you are one of those people that says, “I just want a clean place to sleep,” the truth is we all more than that. We …

Centisble Suppers: Saving Money with Meal Planning I talk a lot about meal planning when it comes to saving money on groceries. Using coupons is GREAT, but it will not work on its own!  I am going to attempt to journal my weekly meal plan and share it online! Hopefully it will help someone! In …

 Au Gratin Potato Recipe This has always been a favorite by me and our dinner guests. Derrick, the “Mr. Chef” in our house came up with this delicious recipe of taking potatoes and turning them into a gourmet style side dish. While I am going to promise this dish will help you lose weight or …

  How to Make Money on Craigslist Many people have things that they want to get rid of. There are many places in which you can advertise free on the internet, and save yourself some money on advertising costs. One of the busiest free advertising places on the internet is Craigslist. People place items for …

Fivver: Another Way To Earn Money At Home & Hire Out For Work Many people have talent that they are just “sitting” on…. if you’re looking for ways to make QUICK money by using skills that you already have, then open up a Fiverr account!  Fiveer is really popular right now and will allow you …