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Monday Money Saving Tip-Check Your Subscriptions
Are you still paying for subscriptions you no longer use? It could be an app or a magazine subscription. This month check what you pay on a continually basis and decide if it’s time to hit the cancel button.
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Track Your Spending
Do you know how much you spend each month, each week, even each day? You’ll be surprised what you discover if you write down everything you spend. You often find things you can do without or one area where you’re overspending. This month, keep track.
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April Good Buys
Yes, it’s April already and here are some ideas for good buys this month… The Last of the Winter Clothing As winter clothes go on sale, you can find great deals on jackets, coats, and other cold-weather apparel. Outdoor Gear As the weather improves, many stores have sales on outdoor gear such as camping equipment, bikes, grills, and patio furniture. April marks the beginning of outdoor season, and many retailers offer discounts to kick off spring and summer activities. Tax Preparation Software If you’re looking to do your taxes yourself, April is a good time to buy tax software. Many companies offer discounts leading up to the tax deadline, and…
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Monday Money Saving Tips-You Paid for It
You’ve paid for it so use every last drop…scoop out the last of things like lip balm or lipstick using a cotton swab.
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Monday Moving Saving Tips-Farmer’s Markets
Spring is just around the corner which means farmer’s markets will be opening soon. Take a weekly stroll to your local one and see what you can find. Things like produce can be cheaper and fresher than at the grocery store.
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Monday Money Saving Tips-Herbs and Spices
Tired of the same old food on a budget? One way to make things taste different is to experiment with adding some herbs and spices. For example, egg salad sandwiches can get a boost from adding some dill.
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Monday Money Saving Tips-Leftovers from Dinner
Do you often have a few leftovers at dinnertime? Not enough for another full meal but enough that could become lunch the following day? Maybe some leftover vegetables for a salad. Some diced chicken for a chicken salad sandwich. Even gravy that could be turned into a soup?
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Make Your Own
Have you noticed how many recipes call for breadcrumbs? Make your own by hanging on to the last pieces of bread and put them into a freezer bag. When you have enough saved up, pull them out, let the bread defrost, and put them in the blender or food processor. Even add spices or herbs to the mix. Store them in a container in the freezer until the next time you need some for a recipe.
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Best Buys for March
It’s March and here’s a list of items that usually go on sale this month- At the Grocery Store Canned Goods Food like soups and stews tend to go on sale in March. Frozen Foods Frozen vegetables, frozen meats, and frozen comfort foods are often discounted as stores prepare for spring inventory. Seasonal Produce such as oranges and grapefruits) are typically still in season and might be on sale. potatoes, carrots, and onions can also be discounted. Patrick’s Day Specials: Corned beef and cabbage. Also, Irish themed foods items like soda bread and potatoes March madness As March is a time for sporting events, snack foods like chips, salsa, and…
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Monday Money Saving Tip-Unit Price Shopping
Do you often shop for the cheapest product at the store and then realize it was cheaper because it’s only half the size of the other brand? Check the prize and the amount you’re getting, divide them and see what the actual unit price is. Oftentimes something that seems more expensive can actually save you money.