Frugal

What About a Gift-Less Christmas?

by Guest

It’s quite possible, even though we are well into December, that you have not started your Holiday gift shopping. You are probably wondering who should be getting a gift, what budgets you are expected to spend, and who should get what exactly. What about the notion of not buying anything for anyone? I’m sure the [...]

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Consider Working at a University to Help Pay College Expenses

by Melissa

My aunt and uncle, both high school graduates with no college education, had nine kids and helped the ones who wanted to go to college pay for their education. Many of the nine children now hold professional positions such as financial planner and nursing supervisor.  They are all successful adults, and some make very good [...]

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Our Switch To Netflix – Review

by Glen Craig

A few years ago my wife complained about our cable bill. “This is a ridiculous amount to pay every month” she said. We had a premium cable channel on our plan but we weren’t even watching most of the movies or shows it provided.  And the movies it did show played over and over without [...]

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Tips For Shopping Black Friday And Cyber Monday

by Glen Craig

Can you believe how far into November it is already?!? Know what that means?  Yeah, seeing family and overeating on Thanksgiving.  Know what else?  Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping deals! These two days have turned into crazy whirlwinds of shopping and sales (actually the whole weekend is full of deals).  Do your homework and [...]

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20 Kids and Counting: How to Have a Large and Frugal Family

by Briana

I’m sure you’ve heard of the show 17 Kids and Counting, then changed to 18 and 19 with new additions. Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar are expecting yet another child in April 2012. That will make number 20 for the conservative Christian couple! With two sets of fraternal twins, Michelle has been pregnant much more than [...]

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Cheap, Inexpensive, and Frugal Halloween Costume Buying Tips

by Glen Craig

Halloween is great fun! I remember how exciting it was going around town in my Halloween costume, getting candy from all of the neighbors.  I still get to enjoy that now through my kids! Do you remember those old Halloween costumes? You know the ones that came in a box and it was made up [...]

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Frugal Vacation Idea – Tag Along to Your Spouse’s Business Conference

by Melissa

Many people have to attend business conferences, often at faraway locations.  While it is true some people like to spend this time away from their family to focus on work and make business connections, others would prefer not to be away from their family for a long period of time.  If you are of the [...]

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Transportation Alternatives for One Car Families

by Melissa

Many of us grew up in two car families, and more recently, even three car families.  A car for each adult (and sometimes teenaged) member of the family seems to be a necessity, but is it?  Are there transportation alternatives for one car families? We live on the outskirts of a major urban area and [...]

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Try a No Spend Month: Your Wallet Will Thank You

by Melissa

Do you find your expenses creeping up month after month? Do you use cash but don’t know where all of the money goes at the end of the week?  Do you feel you have gotten a bit lax with personal finance?  If so, you may want to try to have a no spend month. During [...]

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Save Money on Vacation Plans with Frugal Staycation Ideas

by Miranda

I like to travel, but sometimes a vacation just isn’t practical. After all, a vacation can require quite a bit of planning — and expense.  You have to plan airfare (or pay for gas when you take a road trip), pay for hotel stays, and arrange for food.  All of this can become overwhelming as [...]

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