Savings Sunday 4/24/11

Every Sunday, I will feature one easy, painless, money saving tip. 

Today's Tip: Be on the lookout for discounts on your staple items.  Stocking up on these items when you catch them on sale may seem like you are spending more money at that time, but in the long run you will save on items that you purchase frequently.  (Note: this doesn't work well with perishable items)

Hope you find a way to incorporate today's tip into your routine this week!

Savings Sunday 4/17/11

Every Sunday, I will feature one easy, painless, money saving tip. 

Today's Tip:  Just say no.  Have any daily habits or indulgences (ex. morning Starbucks run, 2pm candy pick-me-up)? Try to go at least one day a week without making this purchase. Eventually move up to 2 days a week without it.  Even this small change can add up to savings over the course of a month or year!

Hope you find a way to incorporate today's tip into your routine this week!

Is Extreme Couponing too extreme?

Last night I was introduced to the wonder that is Extreme Couponing.  I sat on the edge of my seat (and repeatedly yelled "Get out of here!!!") as I watched a woman spend about $5 on over $500 of grocery on TLC's Extreme Couponing.  I stared in disbelief as someone approached the register with 4 carts full of groceries and stacks of coupons which saved them upwards of 96% on their purchase.

I had to know...how did they do it?

Savings Sunday 4/10/11

Every Sunday, I will feature one easy, painless, money saving tip. 

Today's Tip:  Get a library card! In addition to books, many libraries also feature DVDs, free internet access, and access to audiobooks.  

Hope you find a way to incorporate today's tip into your routine this week!

Savings Sunday 4/3/11

Every Sunday, I will feature one easy, painless, money saving tip. 



Today's Tip:  When you're out, turn it out.  Leaving home? Make sure you turn off the lights, unplug electronics, and set your thermostat to the off position.  No need to waste electricity when you're not there to enjoy it :) 


Hope you find a way to incorporate today's tip into your routine this week!

Savings Sunday 5/1/11

Every Sunday, I will feature one easy, painless, money saving tip. 

Today's Tip: Make saving money a team effort!  Carpool to work, swap clothes and supplies with a neighbor, split a restaurant meal with a friend. Working together can be beneficial to both you and others!

Hope you find a way to incorporate today's tip into your routine this week!