Saving Money on TiresIf you are a commuter and would like to save money on tires, make sure you buy tires with a mileage warranty and follow the warranty rules.
Low Income Energy AssistanceWith the higher energy costs, this winter will be a difficult one for many of us. The U.S. Government has an energy assistance program for low income citizens.
It's Always Christmas Time for VisaThey have a letter writing campaign to your congress folk about the credit card companies high interest rates. There is a bill in congress. Read about it, watch a cute video and decide if you want to join in the letter writing campaign.
Planning Your OutfitsI got so tired of having nothing to wear, I was going crazy. I decided to tear into my closet and put some outfits together including jewelry and shoes and write each one down.
It Can Be Cheaper to Grocery Shop DailyThrough the years, I've read at least one hundred different articles with tips and tricks on how to cut your grocery bill. With a large family, I've followed most of the advice at one time or another.
October Best BuysPlan your meals around items that tend to be cheaper in October. Here's a list of some of the best bets during October:
November Best BuysPlan your meals around items that tend to be cheaper in November. Here's a list of some of the best bets during November.
December Best BuysBuy foods that are in season and save money in December. The food best buys for December are...
Saving Money On NapkinsInstead of paper towels, we use washcloths for napkins. We use old kitchen towels that don't seem pretty enough to hang up any more.
Saving Money on ToolsA good set of tools can save you time and money by doing your own repairs but good tools can be expensive. What are your tips for saving money on tools?
Saving Money on TravelTips and ideas for saving money on travel. My husband and I save our change all year and use that for our vacation travel. We love to take off in the car and just drive until we find some little town we can get a room in.
Saving Money on FurnitureIt's great to have useful, durable and attractive furniture but even low quality furniture can be expensive. Here are some tips for saving money on furniture.
Watching HDTV For "Free"We finally broke down and replaced our television with a new HD flat screen TV. As soon as we got it home, my husband started bugging me to get the dish reactivated or sign up for cable.
Safety Tips For Road TripsA very dear friend was recently stranded in her car on a very cold winter night. She ran out of gas and wasn't nervous about it until she went to use her cell phone and the battery wasn't charged.
Oregon Governor Lives on Food Stamp Benefit for a WeekThe Governor of Oregon, Ted Kulongowski, challenged himself and his wife to live on the equivalent of what they would get for food stamps, $3 a day for a week. He said one thing he learned was that the cheapest foods are on the top and bottom shelves of the supermarket.
Vacuums That Last?I am looking to purchase a new vacuum. I currently have a Bissell upright, and after a year it has worn out. It has no suction, and I have cleaned all of the filters and it made no difference. I went through the owners manual and can't figure out what's wrong. It is now making a rattling noise.
Saving Money on GasHere are some tips to help you save money on gasoline as well as a run down of tips that have been proven ineffective.
Saving Money on Car Repairs (and Maintenance)I notice that I have fewer major problems than many of my friends and acquaintances. I think it's because I always get my oil changed when it's due and do a maintenance check-up once or twice a year.
Save Money on ClothingHere is a big list of tips for saving money on clothing. Wear older clothing around the house and save your nice clothing for when you go out. Buy clothes off season when they are on sale or even clearance. And more tips...
Saving Money on ComputersIt's tough to imagine life without a computer these days. Computers have become vital for banking, school work, and personal communications. They also act as an entertainment hub allowing videos, music, and games to be played.
Foreclosure "Rescue" ScamsFor any of you threatened with foreclosure, please read the article linked from ThriftyFun to Business Week. There are scammers who are trying to steal what equity you have.
Video Game Review: Roller Coaster Tycoon 2When I was kid growing up, my parents worried about the amount of time I spent holed up in my room watching Shirley Temple movies on a Saturday afternoon, Nowadays, our children have much more violent past times.
How Long Will Your Appliance Last?This was in the Dallas Morning News. The idea being that if your appliance is older than the age posted, start saving up for a new one or expecting breakdowns. A friend quoted to me something about "if an appliance repair is over $150, buy another one".
Saving Money on ShippingWith the recent postal hikes, postage can be the breaking point for some people. For those who find themselves shipping items often, the point can be at hand. Whether you ship items for an on-line business, as part of your regular business, or to far away family members, there are ways to save on shipments.
Saving Money on Drapes, Blinds and Window TreatmentsTips for saving money on Drapes, Blinds and Window Treatments from the ThriftyFun community. Do you have any tips to share? Please post them below!
Saving Money on FlourTips for saving money on flour from the ThriftyFun community. Post your own ideas.
Saving Money on Butter?Tips for saving money on butter from the ThriftyFun community. Post your ideas below.
Saving Money on FirewoodFrugal tips or ideas for getting firewood as suggested from the ThriftyFun community. You can cut wood in most Federal or State forests by paying a small permit fee. Advertise in the paper for free firewood needs. Offer to cut down logs on someone's property for the wood.
Have A Recall Free ChristmasWith all the recalls on toys and with the toy companies now trying to scramble to fill the shelves of stores with lead free toys, maybe this is the time to re-think what you want Santa to bring your kids.
CPSC Warns Winter Storm Victims: Use Portable Generators Outdoors OnlyLast year, at least 65 people died from generator-related CO poisoning. Many of the deaths occurred after winter storms knocked out power.
Saving Money on Paper TowelsTips for saving money on paper towels from the ThriftyFun community. An even better money saver is to buy washcloths or dishcloths and use them as napkins.
American Gas Prices 1996-2008As we all cringe every time we go to the gas station for our next fill-up, I wondered just how the prices of gas have been over time. The DOE had data for 1996-2008 so I made a graph. The most recent spikes are not included. Gas today here was about $3.59 a gallon for regular.
Saving Money on TofuTips for saving money on Tofu. Post your ideas below.
Saving Money on VegetablesTips and ideas for saving money on vegetables. When you buy fresh carrots - or any produce sold in 1 lb, 5 lb, etc. bags, weigh several of what appear to be the heaviest bags.
Saving Money on BroccoliTips for saving money on broccoli from the ThriftyFun community. Post your own ideas here.
Saving Money on RiceTips for saving money on rice from the ThriftyFun community. Post your own ideas here.
Saving Money on Soda PopWhether you call it soda, pop, tonic or coke, we spend a lot of money on this sparkling beverage. Here are some tips for saving money on soda pop as recommended by our ThriftyFun community.
Saving Money on OnionsTips for saving money on onions. I purchase onion sets in the spring, and push them into the soil in a small garden bed. If you stagger the planting, you can have fresh green onions any time you want.
Saving Money on YogurtTips and advice for saving money on yogurt as posted by the ThriftyFun community.
Saving Money on OatmealOatmeal is a wonderful staple and great to have on hand for breakfast or baking. Here are some tips for saving money on oatmeal. Feel free to share you own.
Saving Money on Ice CreamTips for saving money on ice cream. Buy cheap vanilla ice cream in 5 gallon containers and then add your own toppings. You can get chocolate syrup or chop up candy bars that are on sale and make your own designer ice cream flavors.
Saving Money on Peanut ButterTips for saving money on Saving Money on Peanut Butter.
Try to use less peanut butter when you use it. It has a good flavor and a little goes a long way.
Saving Money on Apple SauceTips for Saving Money on Apple Sauce as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Post your own ideas below.
Saving Money on BaconTips and advice for saving money on bacon as posted by our ThriftyFun community. Post your own ideas below.
Lifelock Has Some ProblemsHave you heard the commercials for LifeLock where Todd Davis announces his Social Security number or seen the print ads? Well, his service evidently didn't catch a lot of people trying to steal his identity.
Saving Money on CarrotsTips for Saving Money on Carrots. I look for sales first of all and then purchase large bags of carrots. I scrub them rather than peel so as to preserve as much skin as possible.
Saving Money on Wine?Tips and advice for Saving Money on Wine. American wines are some of the best in the world. Many years ago most vine grapes came to America from France. Then there was a terrible blight of French grape stock.
Splurge and Save on ShoesWant a great way to save money while shopping? Buy expensive shoes. Sound crazy? It makes more sense than you think.
Saving Money on PotatoesTips and ideas for saving money on Potatoes as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Post your own ideas below.
Saving Money on CeleryTips and advice for Saving Money on Celery as suggested by the ThriftyFun community.
Saving Money on GrillingIt's grilling season! Here is some advice from the ThriftyFun community. Do you have any tips for saving money on grilling food this summer?
Saving Money on Summer FunSummer time is coming and gas prices are sky high. Here is advice from the ThriftyFun community to keep boredom at bay without spending much money. Do you have any tips for saving money on summer fun?
Saving Money on SoftwareTips for saving money on computer software as suggested by the ThriftyFun community? Google has a whole suite of software FREE with getting a Google account, including Star Office, a good equivalent of Word.
Saving Money on a TVTips for saving money when purchasing a TV as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Keep an eye in Sunday fliers for clearance models. These can be discounted as much as 30 to 40%.
The Lures of AdvertisingAdvertising may seem entertaining, we may come in from the kitchen to see the latest commercial, but it's job is to sell products, and it does this very well. From the day early man decided to sell his carved wooden tool to another man, advertising has been a part of our lives.
Saving Money at DisneylandTips and ideas for Saving Money at Disneyland. Bring water & snacks with you. They are very expensive on the premises.
Saving Money on Summer TravelDo you have any tips for Saving Money on Summer Travel? If you stay at a hotel over the weekend you can usually get a half-priced room because business people stay there during the weekdays and not on weekends.
Saving Money on TomatoesHere are suggestions on saving money on tomatoes as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Do you have any tips.
Saving Money on Oil ChangesGetting regular oil changes are important to maintaining your automobile's engine. Here is advice as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Do you have any tips for saving money on oil changes? Feel free to post them below.
Saving Money on HouseplantsTips and advice for saving money on houseplants as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Please share your ideas below.
Saving Money on ToysTips for saving money on toys as suggested by the ThriftyFun community.: The best money saving tip I have is - don't bring your kids to the toy store with you.
Saving Money on Birthday PartiesTips for saving money on Birthday Parties (Especially parties for kids) as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Feel free to post your ideas below!
Saving Money on BeddingTips for Saving Money on Bedding as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Feel free to share your own ideas here.
Saving Money on ShoesTips for saving money on shoes as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Feel free to post your ideas below.
Saving Money on Plastic WrapTips for saving money on plastic wrap as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Post your own ideas here.
Saving Money on Your Internet ConnectionTips for saving money on internet service as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Feel free to post your own ideas here.
Saving Money on Your CellphoneTips for saving money on cellphones as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. The main thing you have to be careful of with a cellphone company is whether or not you'll have good coverage.
How To Clean a Jeep Rag TopTo keep your Jeep or SUV rag top in good shape, follow these instructions.
Saving Money on BreakfastBreakfast is the most neglected meal of the day. Here are tips for saving money on breakfast items as suggested by the ThriftyFun community?
Saving Money on PumpkinsIt's pumpkin season! Here are tips for saving money on pumpkins and getting the most out of the pumpkins that you purchase.
Saving Money on SocksTips for Saving Money on Socks as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Buy one type of sock only. All the same color and brand and style. Enough for 2-3 weeks worth.
Start Stocking Your Pantry For The HolidaysAlthough it may seem too early to think about the Holidays, they are just around the corner. There are always special recipes and favorite foods that are only prepared for these holidays.
Saving Money on PopcornTips for saving money on popcorn as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Buy the bulk popcorn kernels. Our local movie theater uses coconut oil, so if you can locate that, do.
Warning: Pirates Gold Chinese Coin Candy - MelamineCanadian Food Inspection Agency warns that Pirate's Gold Chocolate Coin Candy (Sherwood) is tainted with Melamine. It has been sold at Costco in Canada.
Saving Money on Garbage BagsIdeas for saving money on trash bags as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Most people have several trash containers throughout their house: kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms, office, etc.
Saving Money on Pasta?Tips for saving money on pasta as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. I always buy pasta in the bulk section. It is all pretty much the same quality and it is so much cheaper. I store it in canisters or leftover canning jars from spaghetti, it keeps for a long time.
Saving Money on Holiday TravelTips for saving money on holiday travel as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Make only one trip - one for Thanksgiving or one for Christmas; not both. Take turns traveling to see family: you travel one holiday. they travel to see you the other.
Saving Money on PizzaFrozen, carry out or homemade: here are your tips for saving money on pizza as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Have we missed anything? Post your own ideas here.
Saving Money On Winter ClothingChristmas is over and we have several weeks more of cold wintry weather. Here are ideas for saving money on warm winter clothes as suggested by the ThriftyFun community Post your own tips here.
Save on SuitsWhether it's for an upcoming wedding, a job interview, or a fine dinner, everyone needs to have one good suit in the closet. While women can get away without the business style suit until it's time for a job interview, for men it carries more importance.
Saving Money on Beans?Tips and ideas for saving money on beans as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Post your own ideas here.
Saving Money on SteakTips and advice for saving money on steak. Do you have any tips for saving money on steak? Feel free to post them.
Saving Money on Bathing SuitsTips and advice for saving money on bathing suits. Look for suits in discount outlets slightly out of season. I got a suit at the Saks outlet one winter. There are also deals at places like Ross.
Will A Hybrid Save You Money?"Will a hybrid save me money?" Wouldn't it be great if there was a definitive answer to that question? Unfortunately, and despite what a showroom salesman will tell you, there is no clear answer.
Saving Money on CheeseTips for Saving Money on Cheese. Post you ideas below. I buy shredded cheese at Costco. It costs $10 for 5 pounds, cheaper than buying a block of the same brand, and all the work is done.
Saving Money on Board GamesTips and ideas for saving money on board games as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Do you have any tips to share?
Health and Beauty for LessIn the days when soap was boring and bland, brands like Bath and Body Works were a refreshing break from the normal. Now, almost every brand has followed through with similar products from foaming pump soaps to body washes.
Product Review: Nintendo DSiHere is a review of Nintendo's newest portable video game player. The Nintendo DSi is the latest version of the popular line of DS handheld video game consoles from Nintendo. The DS replaces the GameBoy as Nintendo's flagship handheld console.
Saving Money on NutsTips and advice for saving money on nuts as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Do you have any advice to share?
Ways to Save Money on DinnerHere are tips and strategies for Saving Money on Dinner as suggested by the ThriftyFun community? What is your advice for Saving Money on Dinner.
Saving Money on PantsHere are tips for Saving Money on Pants as suggested by the ThriftyFun community:
First of all - take care of the pants you already have, washing them inside out if not heavily soiled. Also, if you must iron, iron them inside out as well. Take off work pants when you get home, don't cook or clean in them.
Saving Money on ChickenTips for saving money on chicken as suggested by the ThriftyFun community. Post your ideas here.
Frugal FeetShoes are a weakness for many women. It's easy to spend a fortune on a closet full of shoes, but it's very impractical. Instead, try to make wise decisions when purchasing shoes and avoid buying "cute" shoes for that reason only.
Reducing the Cost of Feeding a FamilyI was in the grocery store yesterday and was talking with a lady in the dairy section about the rising cost of food. She was very upset that her kids were eating her out of house and home.
Buying Produce In SeasonWhen you buy out of season, it costs you more money. When you buy in season and from your local food supplier, you are saving that money, you can buy more to freeze or can and you are helping your local economy.
Tire SavingsIt's not the best news that you've heard when your auto mechanic tells you to replace your car's tires. It's essential, and it's a several hundred dollars investment. Is there a way to save on the new tires?
Electronic Equipment for Less: Too Good to Be True?Electronics are a blessing and a curse to us. They can help us to waste our time, but they can save time too. We're capable of sharing photos, recording television programs, and earning college credits in our living rooms, but the price for it is expressed in dollar signs.
Mattress Know-HowIt's a pricey investment and you want to get the most out of it, but a mattress only lives so long. The average life expectancy is ten years for a mattress, but those with pillow tops die sooner. One chiropractor suggests a maximum life of seven years for pillow topped luxury.
Extreme CouponingAfter watching a program on television about extreme couponing, it got me thinking. One woman's bill was over $800, but by the time she doled out her coupons she owed less than $3.
Looking for Hidden RebatesWhen purchasing a large appliance, there is often a store or manufacturer's rebate attached. What many don't realize, however, is that there are more rebates waiting to be taken.
Good Reasons to Still Get a NewspaperWith the availability of online news, why pay for it to be delivered? I was surprised at how quickly I had an answer to this question. I would pay to have it delivered because I could turn the cost around, and ultimately get the hard copies of the newspaper for free.
Can Saving Water Save Electricity?After unplugging every gadget that wasn't being used, turning off every light that didn't need to burn, and replacing every appliance with an energy saving model, there still had to be an unseen way to save electricity. Saving water can save electricity as well.
