The fourth of July can be a great, fun festive holiday without breaking the bank. Learn all about alliteration and saving money this fourth of July holiday.
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Secondhand Kids Are The Best Kids
Even though my family earns a high income, I still like to get as much as possible for my kids through secondhand sources. Why? I’ve been a mother for fourteen years now, and can speak from experience how much better it is financially and for the environment. Where else but consignment shops can you pick up near-mint designer duds for kids for less than Walmart prices?
My Fun and Frugal Halloween Philosophy – Crafts, Costumes, and Deals
Halloween can be a ton of fun without breaking the bank. Learn all about how the CMO clan does costumes, decorating, and fun activities for the holiday.
When Saving $10 On a Field Trip Turns Into A Disaster
The other day, I took my son on a field trip and had the bright idea to use my membership to save $10. Well, lets just say that didn’t work out the way I had hoped.
Frugal Fun With “Not A Box” – And Other Fun Objects
When people think about kids, they’ll usually think about toys and other such fun “stuff”. But kids, especially small kids, love playing with things you might not expect. Have you ever heard a parent complaining that they got their kid a brand new toy for Christmas, only to have them be more interested in playing […]
Stop Spending to “Save” Money – Active Versus Passive Frugality
In order to master your financial life, you need to spend less than you make – right? Interestingly, there are two ways to do that, and one might lead to higher spending than the other. When people talk about saving money, what are they usually referring to? Saving money on a vacation Using coupons to […]