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Smart spendingReceiving a graduation invitation in the mail should be an exciting time, not a time to stress about gifts and money. Just because you receive an invitation does not mean you are receiving an invite to spend a lot of money! Here are some great gift ideas for the frugal buyer that any recent grad […]
Managing your money and putting a priority on your goals sometimes means giving up “extras” in the short term. How can you do it without feeling like you are depriving yourself of the fun of spontaneous shopping? First – try the obvious – don’t shop! However, if you are out with friends and stumble onto […]
As we have already discussed, coupons are an easy, convenient way to save money. Since we already know the benefits that come with coupons, now here is a great tip for how to find them! Most stores are offering coupons for savvy shoppers who know where to find them. So you may ask, “Where should […]
Here’s another great resource to save time during your holiday shopping this season! If you don’t feel like even leaving the house, visit ShopItToMe.com and sign up to receive e-mail alerts for when items your interested in go on sale! ShopItToMe.com is a great resource for clothing items for everyone on your list. ShotItToMe.com keeps […]
Check out this new resource while trying to save during your holiday shopping. Twenga is the newest way to compare prices in store; see an item you want to buy and compare its prices at other stores without having to leave and run all over town! Twenga is an application available to iPhone users, but […]
Do you want to save money on Black Friday but avoid the rush? Here are some tips to help you avoid the hustle and bustle and still save some cash, whether you decide to participate in Black Friday shopping activities or stay in! Visit the stores you want to shop at ahead of time. Check […]
Thanksgiving dinner can get expensive, so try these tips to save money on preparing your feast this year! Plan ahead and make only one trip to the grocery. Make a list of all ingredients you will need and make one trip to your local grocery store. Many stores offer discounts for spending a certain amount […]
Consider these simple steps when starting your holiday shopping and save money! Buy in bulk. Instead of buying lots of expensive gift bags, buy a set of 10 or 20 plain, colored paper bags and save money! For wrapping paper, try to find deals like buy one roll of paper and get another free! Also, […]
Want to go on a date or take the family to the movies? Here are some simple steps to take to save money when watching a movie. • Go to the matinee. Going to a matinee showing can save a lot of money, especially if you are bringing the whole family. A few dollars off […]
You don’t necessarily have to sacrifice quality to save money. An easy way to save some money is to buy used. For some reasons, there may be things you would want to buy new, like a computer for instance, but there are also many things that you can buy used and still get great quality! […]