Make Your Homecoming Float a Winner Without Spending a Fortune

With school back in session and football season in full swing, your hometown is probably getting ready to celebrate homecoming. If you have a high school student or you tend to volunteer or work for the school then you may be asked to take part in the homecoming parade. If you’ve ever designed a homecoming …

Free Exercises to Keep Your Kids Active During Indoor Weather Days

Autumn is right around the corner, with winter stepping on its heels, which means it’s going to get harder to keep kids active. When it’s too cold for the little ones to get outside, we tend to settle for stationary play time and time spent loafing in front of the TV as a family. This …

Ten Must-Do Items That Will Save Money Before Your Baby Arrives

Having a baby can be pretty exciting and scary, especially when everyone has a long list of things you should do before you give birth. It can be overwhelming to go through checklist after checklist, when ultimately many of the items won’t help you when the child actually arrives. There are a few things you …

Labor Day Musts That Will Complete Your Summer Without Ruining Your Budget

Summer is on its way out, so most families tend to choose to do something major over the Labor Day weekend. With the three days off, it can be easy to plan a getaway, but you may sacrifice some serious money to do so. Luckily, there’s quite a few ways to enjoy Labor Day without …

Frugal Ways to Avoid Mosquitos That May Carry the Zika Virus

With the Zika Virus finally spreading in the U.S, many people are frightened that they may be infected by the frightening virus. This has led many people to spend extraordinary amounts of money in order to prevent potential bites. There are many methods discussed online that won’t do a thing to help you prevent bites, …

Ten Organizational Tips That Will Make This School Year a Breeze

Let’s face it, we all want to start the new school year off on the right foot, but more often than not it just doesn’t happen that way. Between getting everyone ready for school and keeping up with a long list of extracurricular activities, by the time the first month of school is over it …

Frugal Ways To Help Your Young Reader Fall In Love With The Written Word

With school starting back up, you may already be worrying about your student when it comes to reading. Whether your child is going to school to learn the basics of reading or they already know how to read, there’s lots you can do to improve the way your child feels about reading. Of course, there …

Dollhouse Tips That Will Shrink Your Spending Budget

It doesn’t matter if you’re shopping around for your own dollhouse collection or you have a child that can’t get enough of this classic toy, it is way too easy to spend a small fortune in the doll house industry. Between shopping for pre-made houses and accessories, or building your own, you’re looking at a …

Summer and After School Program Designed For Kids and Parents on a Frugal Budget

Keeping up with your kids during the summer time and after school can be really hard, especially if you have to go to work during hours that they would normally be home. Daycares can really be a drain on the family budget and most won’t take children over a certain age. Luckily, there’s lots of …

Frugal Fourth of July Tips That Are Perfect for Kids

The Fourth of July is one of the most iconic and widely celebrated holidays in the U.S.; however, many of the celebrations are geared towards adults with the presence of alcohol and fireworks that could cause a safety concern for the younger kids. Although you may end up not celebrating the holiday with your friends, …

Great Tips That Will Make Your Pregnancy the Best Time To Save Money

Pregnancy can be a beautiful time filled with changes that you would have never expected. It can also be a time when shopping is all the more appealing, especially when it comes to looking for baby clothes. Sometimes, it’s hard to hold back, especially when you’re excited for baby to arrive. Of course, you will …

Nursey to Toddler Room Renovations That Will Keep You Under Budget

It’s hard to see your bundle of joy grow, but sooner or later you’re going to have to transform your baby’s nursery into a toddler friendly bedroom. This doesn’t have to cost a small fortune though, so don’t let the change leave your hurting for money. There’s lots of ways you can quickly and frugally …

Vacation Spots That Won’t Leave Your Kids Dealing with Boredom

Let’s face it, vacationing can be as tough as nails with kids. Between the extra expenses and having to find special activities that are not only safe but fun, you may find that your planning session is frustrating and leads to a whole lot of expenses. Luckily, there’s a few great ways you can have …

Cheap Ways to Keep Your Kid’s Mind Growing Over Summer Break

Summer break is barreling towards us, which means it’s almost time to find new and exciting ways to keep the kids busy during the summer months. Although there will be lots of time for your kids to enjoy playing, you may want to consider working on some school work over the break. In fact, most …

Celebrate All Things Dad With These Ten Father’s Day Inspired Outings

Father’s Day is in just a few weeks, which means it may be time to start shopping around for something special for dad. However, if you have a dad who has everything, or is simply the hardest person to shop for, then you may want to consider planning a special Father’s Day trip instead. If …

Summer Time Tips to Keep Your Home Functioning in the Heat

Although it may feel like spring has just arrived, summer time is right around the corner and its high temperatures are already starting to make their grand appearance. Summer time can be pretty expensive when it comes to your home due to storms, running the air conditioning and overall summer damaged. All the same, there’s …

Frugal Ways to Celebrate Your Birthday Without Forcing You To Do the Math

No matter how old you are, celebrating a birthday can be a whole lot of fun. It’s a great time to not only celebrate your life, but the people who have made it fun and filled with love. Of course, affording a birthday celebration can be tough if you’re on a tight budget. There’s a …

Post-Prom Party Ideas That Won’t Leave You Settling for Next to Best

If you’re in high school or your child is, then you’ve probably been surrounded by a lot of talk about prom and all of the expenses that come with it. Although, the dance is generally the highlight of the evening, a lot of students love to extend the party a little longer by hosting their …

Celebrate Kitten Season with Frugal Tips to Keep Your Cat Happy

Spring is here, which means that itching feeling to adopt a baby animal is probably stronger than ever. Luckily, kitten season is upon us, which means you’ll have a pretty good choice of a new pet. Of course, this may mean spending quite a bit of money if you’re not careful with your choice. There …

Landscaping Ideas That Will Save Your Budget and Your Curb Appeal

If you’re a member of a home owner’s association, garden club, or you simply love keeping your lawn looking great, then you probably understand how hard it is to get your lawn in order after the winter months. In most cases, throwing money at the problem seems like the best solution available. However, there are …

Bring Awareness for Autism Awareness Month With These Frugal Activities

April is Autism Awareness Month, which makes it an important time to get the message across about Autism. 1 in 68 children are born with autism presently, which is an alarmingly high number. So, it’s very important to help raise awareness and tolerance, while promoting research to benefit those who are diagnosed with autism. Although …

Frugal Home Bar Tips That Will Help You Serve the Best Summer Parties

Warmer weather is rapidly approaching, so it may be time to start planning out your upcoming summer parties. One of the priciest aspects of a party is the alcohol served though. However, with a home bar you should be able to not only make your parties more fun, but also save a bit on the …