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Tips for Savers with a Spender Spouse

by Toni Herrbach

By contributing writer Laura You've heard it said that opposites attract, and this is true of many married couples I know. Among those opposite pairings, I've seen many married couples that include a spender and a saver. Maybe he loves eating out all the time and buying all the latest tech gadgets, but she loves to clip coupons, search thrift stores for second hand treasures, and nabbing the ...

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6 Frugal Ways to Stop Static

by Toni Herrbach

Static. It's a big problem during dry, winter months. Maybe you've had static cramp your style-- walking around with a bunched up skirt or dragging an extra sock along with you the whole day without noticing (ahem, not that I know anything about that!). When static stops you, get frugal! You can easily keep your look "electric" without letting static stifle you. Here are six frugal ways to stop ...

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5 Investments to Heat a Home on a Budget

by Toni Herrbach

The following is a guest post by Diana Fishlock Depending on climate and personal preferences, heating a house can be expensive for several months each year. Homeowners who invest a little time and money up front are able stay warm while lowering their utility bills. Review these five measures to heat a home on a budget. 1. Caulk Proper caulking seals up tiny cracks that cause drafts – ...

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5 Ways to Save on Your Heating Bill

by Toni Herrbach

By contributing writer Laura It's winter, but are you actually enjoying the weather and walking in a winter wonderland? Maybe you're like me, preferring to stay warm inside and avoid the harsh elements outside. Regardless of whether you're an outdoor adventurer or homebody this season, if you're like most Americans, your heating bill is going up. Here are a few tips to help you save some ...

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A Savings Tracker That Really Works

by Toni Herrbach

Wouldn’t it be nice to have a way to keep track of your grocery and coupon savings throughout the entire year? My good friend at SavingsLifestyle.com has created two amazing financial tool that do just that. See Your Savings Thousands use the Savings Tracking File and have great testimonies of saving thousands of dollars over one year. The file is an excel based document that does all of the ...

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Grow Food from Kitchen Scraps

by Toni Herrbach

There are many foods that can be re-grown from the pieces of food we often throw away. When you grow food from kitchen scraps, your family can save money and have a little fun. The process of regrowing food from scraps is basically the same for each food. Put the base in fresh water or good potting soil and place in a sunny window. It is fun to watch and my kids get a kick out of growing the ...

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