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Saving on Groceries: Are you using what you already have?

Saving on Groceries: Are you using what you already have?

There is nothing more frustrating than having a pantry full of items, but nothing to make for dinner. If you follow these three easy steps, you can save money on your grocery bill without even using a coupon:   First, Organize your items! It is important to have your pantry and fridge organized. Being able…
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Where To Find Coupons

Where To Find Coupons

One of the very first steps any new couponer is going to need to take is building up a coupon stockpile. A coupon stockpile is simply a collection of coupons that can be used to get some of the best deals out there. One of the complaints that I hear the most from new couponers…
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3 Ways to Make Money this Weekend

3 Ways to Make Money this Weekend

When you are feeling a little cash-poor, sometimes it’s just a matter of looking around your home to find some quick cash. A few times a year, I take an hour or so to do all three of these easy tasks:   1.) Collect Loose Change: Whether it’s a bowl or jar sitting around full…
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Saving Money While Shopping Online

Saving Money While Shopping Online

I have three kids, so it goes without saying that I shop a lot online. I love that I can do it in my PJs at night without the kids whining that they want to go home. And you can save quite a bit of money with online shopping. Online shopping could sometimes be scary…
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Consider Freezer Cooking To Save Time and Money

Consider Freezer Cooking To Save Time and Money

Freezer cooking is another great way to not only save yourself tons of time, but also lots of money! It is a great tool to decrease stress during the holidays or while you have family in town. The key to successful freezer cooking is doing it in a way that works for your family. The…
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Top Misconceptions Your Grocery Store is ‘Selling’ You. (Pt.2)

Top Misconceptions Your Grocery Store is ‘Selling’ You. (Pt.2)

This is the second part of the last week’s article.   4.) X for $X How do you get a consumer to buy more of a product? By listing it as a group price! If you see a sale that states “10/$10″ or “3/$5″, you do NOT have to buy that many in order to…
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If you have to buy, Make sure it’s Cheap

If you have to buy, Make sure it’s Cheap

I shop at a lot of thrift stores, garage sales, clearance racks etc, basically I am cheap. I know if I have patience, I will eventually get it at a much cheaper price. Sometimes however, when you do go shopping, you end up buying a ton of stuff because “it’s cheap”, but even the low…
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Three Practical Ways to Save Money and Time at the Grocery Store

Three Practical Ways to Save Money and Time at the Grocery Store

Food, household items, and personal care products take up a large part of most household budgets. From three dollar bottles of shaving cream to ten dollar packages of meat, grocery prices have steadily been on the rise and it doesn’t look like there is an end in sight any time soon. The good news is…
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Top Misconceptions Your Grocery Store is “Selling” You (Pt. 1)

Top Misconceptions Your Grocery Store is “Selling” You (Pt. 1)

Couponing has naturally made me very aware of how store sales work. Before I started couponing, I fell for many of the grocery store marketing traps while shopping. Let’s hope this post will help any of you out there who are still falling victim of these misconceptions: 1.) Endcaps = Great Price Endcaps can be…
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Getting The Most Out of Daily Deals and Group-Buying Sites

Getting The Most Out of Daily Deals and Group-Buying Sites

I’m sure by now you’ve heard of group-buying or daily deal sites. These sites are great ways to save big on entertainment, relaxation, gifts, restaurants and more. You can also end up spending more than you bargained for, and the deals can end up being duds. You can also end up spending more than you…
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