I spend so much money on food. Other than my rent, it’s the biggest chunk of my monthly budget. If I lived somewhere with cheaper rents (rather than in pricey San Francisco), I might actually spend more money on food than on rent. It’s something I’m constantly battling with. So, I’ve decided to get real […]
Frugal Tips
How to Trade Clothes Online
Are you looking for ways to reduce your spending? If so then you might have wondered how to trade clothes online. After all, it’s nice to have a new outfit to wear but there are also a lot of really good reasons not to buy brand new clothing. If you learn how to trade clothes […]
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle to Save Money
Recently I’ve been reading Adam Minter’s book Secondhand: Travels in the New Global Garage Sale. This book is all about what happens to our used items when we donate them to a place like Goodwill. Minter discusses what’s best for the global economy, the environment, and individuals as it relates to how we treat our […]
How to Cut Cost on Prescription Medicine
In this decade, the United States has made great strides at making medical care affordable. Over the last few years, these changes have somewhat reverted back to the old standard. That means more costly medical bills and medicine. I don’t know about you, but with a rise in cost comes a need to find discounts. […]
8 Items That Can Help Reduce Electric Bill
Due to COVID restrictions, many people are home more now than ever before. Therefore, home energy bills are going up. With concerns about finances at the forefront of our minds, now is not the time to have a high electric bill. Here are eight things that you can do today to reduce electric bill worries […]
How Restaurant Coupons Can Help Save You Money
If you try to sum up all your expenses in restaurants, you might be in for a shock. Restaurants put a significant margin on their food due to overhead costs. Sometimes, it can go as high as four times the cost of one dish. The good news is that there is a way to save […]
How to Defeat your Bills during a Pandemic
There is a lot of panic, uncertainty, and worry in the world right now. With only a few sectors being deemed essential, many people have been furloughed, fired, or temporarily suspended from work pending the COVID-19 outbreak conclusion. With unemployment at an all-time high, and a lag in response times to get money to the […]
Things To Do with Your Money Instead of Buying Lottery Tickets
The luck of the draw is exciting for many people. It’s exciting to imagine yourself winning a large sum of money that can change your life. The prospect of paying down debt and making a large purchase you have always wanted is enough to make most head towards the lottery. While its allure is fun […]
Ways to Save on Your Morning Coffee At Starbucks
A great start to many people’s mornings is a hot cup of coffee. While it’s most cost-effective to make it at home, many of us just don’t have the time. Instead, we rush to our favorite coffee spot and get it on the go. The most notable go to places, being Starbucks. While going every […]
How To Go From The Frugal Spender To Confident Homeowner, Here’s How
There is one thing that frugal spenders have in common: not wanting to spend money on frivolous things. If you’re a frugal spender, you probably keep an eye on your spending, have a savings account open, and avoid debt at all costs. To most people, purchasing a home is an intimidating process, especially since it […]