http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Category/Frugal-Living/103 Frugal Living articles from GreatArticlesforMoms.com Rss Follow Up Sun, 20 Jul 2008 03:34:01 -0400 I used to believe that this quote was about putting money into a savings account or other savings method so that my hard earned cash would earn interest. My alternate interpretation of this well-known quote has helped me save money and resources so that I can do my part to provide the necessities for my family in these times of increasing prices. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/A-Penny-Saved-----/25585 Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/A-Penny-Saved-----/25585 American consumers are experts at spending money, but when it comes to saving, theyre failing miserably. People living paycheck to paycheck think its impossible to save enough money to make a difference. Their first priority should be to change that way of thinking. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Tips-and-Tactics-for-Smart-Savers/21763 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Tips-and-Tactics-for-Smart-Savers/21763 Words like recession, deficit, stimulus package and even economic crisis have people wondering what the economical condition of this country will be like weeks, months and years down the road. What can we do as consumers during these troubled economic times… http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/20-Tips-to-Live-a-More-Frugal-Lifestyle-in-Today-s-Difficult-Economy/21034 Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/20-Tips-to-Live-a-More-Frugal-Lifestyle-in-Today-s-Difficult-Economy/21034 Frugal living refers to a way of life that is designed to keep you out of debt. It is a way of life that enables you to spend as little as possible meaning that the extra cash you are no longer putting to use can reduce any debts that you have, take you on that holiday you have always wanted or merely allows you to spend more quality time with your family. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Frugal-Living/16314 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Frugal-Living/16314 Free online coupons, a good idea for those that want to save a little bit of money. But, what are they? Are they a good idea, or are they a waste of time and money? This is a question only you can have the answer to. To some people, those few saved pennies make it all worth it, but to others, it can be a waste of time, especially if you are getting a free online coupon for a sample! A free online coupon is a voucher that you can get on the internet. It comes in the way of a code or as a printable voucher. The printable vouchers sometimes may need a specific program in which to view and print out, and you need to bear that in mind! If it is a printable voucher, then you need to take it into a store and provide the coupon to a cashier where she will either give you the product, or service, or tell you where you can get it from. The code is used at the checkout point of a purchase on a website. You enter the promotional code, and then the discount is deducted. You then either pay the difference, or proceed to provide your details for the item to be shipped out to you. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/The-Best-Thing-about-Free-Online-Coupons/15808 Fri, 22 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/The-Best-Thing-about-Free-Online-Coupons/15808 First introduced in 1971, the Crock-Pot revolutionized the way we cook meals. The word Crock-Pot is actually trademarked by Rival Industries, but is used in every day conversations instead of the term slow cooker. Many recipes for the crock-pot require little preparation. The slow cooker can then safely be left to run unattended, making it a convenient cooking method. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Save-Money-by-Cooking-with-a-Crock-pot/15057 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Save-Money-by-Cooking-with-a-Crock-pot/15057 Do you dread looking at your electric or gas bill every month seeing numbers that are larger and larger each time you see it? Do you wish there was something you could do about this dreaded monthly bill? Well, there is and it is easy to remedy. You just have to check your home to make sure that it is the most energy and cost efficient that it can possibly be. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Saving-Your-Home-s-Energy/15056 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Saving-Your-Home-s-Energy/15056 Are you not convinced of the lowly grocery shopping list and its potential power in budget management? Then read on and find out what happens when you DON'T use one. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Grocery-Shopping-List-Power----Step-1-in-Saving-Grocery-Money/13976 Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Grocery-Shopping-List-Power----Step-1-in-Saving-Grocery-Money/13976 Wholesale shopping has become a mainstream for public consumers. There are super stores that require membership fees. Also stores with racks and racks of returned or discontinued products. Finally, one can truly bargain hunt at flea markets or warehouse sales advertised in classifieds. To purchase wholesale goods for a company, none of these options is very efficient. Thankfully, sites such as Rhino Mart have made online wholesale shopping for small business owners a point and click endeavor. As http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Benefits-of-Wholesale-Shopping-Online/13846 Sat, 26 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Benefits-of-Wholesale-Shopping-Online/13846 Most families have felt the pain of the dramatic rise in the cost of food. If you are on a tight grocery budget, how are you handling it? What do you do to make sure you stay on your budget each month? How do you decide what to buy and what to leave on the shelf at the store? Do you have a plan before entering the store? http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Tips-for-Cutting-Your-Monthly-Grocery-Bill/13241 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Tips-for-Cutting-Your-Monthly-Grocery-Bill/13241 Having trouble making ends meet. Have more month left than money? Many people struggle with this issue. One of the best ways to save money and truly stretch your dollars all the way to the end of the month is to live a more frugal lifestyle. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Adopting-The-Frugal-Living-Lifestyle/12520 Mon, 07 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Adopting-The-Frugal-Living-Lifestyle/12520 Frugal is all well and fine but you still have to be a smart shopper. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/DON-T-BE-JUST-FRUGAL---BE-A-SMART-SHOPPER/12024 Sat, 29 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/DON-T-BE-JUST-FRUGAL---BE-A-SMART-SHOPPER/12024 For people working with affiliate marketing, it is important to remember putting money aside. There will be a time when you no longer wish to work with affiliate programs either due to old age and retirement, or due to some other reason. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Planning-for-your-pension-when-working-as-an-affiliate-marketer/8802 Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Planning-for-your-pension-when-working-as-an-affiliate-marketer/8802 The loans are issued after you show proof of banking account, Social Security, Driver License and Pay stub proofs. This information is used against you, often the lenders will deduct money from your accounts including interest, and principals that apply to each loan you take out. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Why-You-Should-Avoid-Payday-Loans/7392 Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Why-You-Should-Avoid-Payday-Loans/7392 Newer television technologies such as plasma and LCD grab a lot of attention on showroom floors and receive a great deal of hype by sales people. However, tube televisions are still a viable and affordable option. This is the story of one tube television fan who is not afraid to state her case in the face of the peer pressure to be more "trendy". http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Confessions-of-a-Tube-TV-Fan/2650 Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Confessions-of-a-Tube-TV-Fan/2650 Although watching movies at a theater provides an unmatched experience, far more movies are enjoyed at home. This article reviews the costs associated with the various services that provide home movie entertainment for fans on a budget. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Movies-at-Home---Getting-More-for-Less/2612 Tue, 03 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Movies-at-Home---Getting-More-for-Less/2612 Buying a television can be a significant expense. This article offers just a handful of tips for finding the best buy. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Getting-the-Best-Price-on-Your-Next-Television/2611 Tue, 03 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Getting-the-Best-Price-on-Your-Next-Television/2611 With home heating and cooling costs on the rise, everyone can use a little help to make their dollars stretch. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/14-Tips-on-Saving-Money-on-Your-Heating-and-Cooling-Bills/1048 Mon, 12 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/14-Tips-on-Saving-Money-on-Your-Heating-and-Cooling-Bills/1048 Going organic could be one of your new year resolutions, but can you go organic without breaking the bank? Read on to get Top 5 Wallet-Friendly tips http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Going-Organic-Without-Breaking-the-Bank/502 Sun, 31 Dec 2006 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Going-Organic-Without-Breaking-the-Bank/502 If you want to save money on your grocery budget, be sure to leave the children at home and if you want to get through the aisles faster, try shopping late at night. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Shop-Late-and-Alone-to-Save-Time-and-Money/118 Sun, 12 Nov 2006 00:00:00 -0500 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Shop-Late-and-Alone-to-Save-Time-and-Money/118 If you really sit down and put your mind to thinking about each of your expenses, you can think of ways to save the family more money each month. Put the above tips to work in your household and watch your expense budget actually start shrinking. http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Bargain-Shopping-to-Lower-Your-Family-Expenses/1 Tue, 17 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0400 http://greatarticlesformoms.com/Article/Bargain-Shopping-to-Lower-Your-Family-Expenses/1