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Use A Gas Rebate Card To Save Money At The Pump?

Should you or should you not use a gas rebate card to pay for your gas at the pump?

Use The CVS Extra Care Card To Save Big Bucks

Using store circulars, grocery coupons, and your CVS Extra Care Card, you can get items for FREE or at least at deep discounts on a regular basis. They work very much in the same way that store rebates work, only you do not have to wait as long to get your money back. Here's the scoop...

Reasons To De-Clutter: Clutter Costs You Money!

I'm proof... too much clutter can cost you money. Here's what happened to me, and what I did about it. Hint: no more clutter!

Soapy Savings: How To Save Big Bucks When Buying Soap Bars

In addition to the extra expense of the specialty soap, I realized it was not lasting as long as store-bought soap did. But a couple of years ago, I realized that I could very easily make my handmade soap last a lot longer. Here's how...

Goodwill Goes High Tech… Check Out Goodwill’s Internet Auction Site!

Goodwill Industries has taken charitable shopping to a whole new level with ShopGoodwill.com -- an Internet Auction site that benefits Goodwill charities.

$20 Doesn’t Buy Much At The Grocery Store Today

I used to be able to get in and out of the grocery store and buy what I need for 20 dollars or less. Not anymore... My how things have changed!

Can You Eat At Restaurants On A Budget With ‘Good Deals’ From Companies Like Restaurant.com?

We printed out some coupons from Restaurant.com. They offer specials when eating out at restaurants in your local area. Will I do it again?... Here's how it went for us.

Store Coupons Are Just Brightly Colored MONEY To Me!

Coupons are just brightly colored money, right? You can spend them at the grocery store and use them like money. But before you get too excited about store coupons, here are some things you need to know.

5 Bad Habits That Cost You Money

If you have a typical American family, like me, then there are some bad habits you may not even be aware of that are costing you serious money. Here are 5 bad habits that you should break to recoup some of your household budget...

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You Don’t Need A Shopping Club To Buy In Bulk

Only purchase food items when they are on sale. And, if the sale is very good, make additional trips to the grocery store during that sale week. When it comes to purchasing meat, shop at each store based on the time when items are being marked down. The key is knowing when each store marks down its meat, bakery, and dairy items.

Before You Buy Something From An Infomercial On TV

Infomercials are very popular for a reason: They work. I've found some problems over the years with buying from TV infomercials. Here's how to fight Infomercial Fever, and what you should know before you buy something from a television commercial.

Do Not Fall For The ’10-Day Trial’!

You've seen it... try before you buy, 10-day trial period, try it first. But there's usually a catch! It happened to me. I am telling this story because I am noticing this tactic is being used more and more online. And while many people catch the trick and demand their money back, many do not ever notice.

Tips For Saving Money On Laundry Day

Great tips for saving money on laundry day. It's one routine chore that we can all streamline a bit in order to save a few dollars when washing and drying our clothes.

How Low Will You Go To Get Something For Nothing? (…What If It Was For A Good Cause?)

Freegans are part of a movement of people that practices 'Freeganism' -- an alternative lifestyle that involves trying to spread the word of over consumerism while at the same time trying to get the things that they use in everyday life for free. Has anti-consumerism gone too far?

Hidden Bargains At Thift Stores & Consignment Shops… And No One Will Know It’s Secondhand

I may not make it a habit of searching secondhand clothes stores for my everyday wardrobe, but for those times when I do, I use these tips for buying secondhand clothes from consignment shops & thrift stores.

How Thrifty Are The Thrift Stores?

I've found that thrift store clothing isn't always a bargain. You have to do your homework, and know there are places you can get the same great prices on the exact same items.

Compare How Much It Costs To Ship A Package Via UPS, DHL, FedEx, USPS, And Others

Now you can see, at a glance, exactly how much each of the major delivery carriers and other popular couriers would charge to ship your package -- all on one page! Just enter your zip code, destination zip code, and the weight of your package.

Kill A Watt Energy Tester… A Fun Gadget To Help You Go Green?

We tried out the Kill A Watt electricity usage monitor this weekend. I've always wondered how much energy we're wasting in our home. And if there's a way to save money on electric bills, then I'm all for it! We've been trying to be more 'green' these days. Maybe this fun-looking little gadget will help.

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