If you live in the state of Wisconsin and you are close to a state park you have an entire adventure at your finger tips for only $25.00 a year. The state of Wisconsin has wonderful state parks for families to enjoy. You pay for a vehicle sticker for $25.00 a year. The sticker gets put on your car's front window and it allows... More..

A friend of mine is laid off. She was complaining about how bored her summer is because she has no money and nothing to do. When I told her we are living paycheck to paycheck hardly making ends meet, she nodded in agreement and said,"So, no plans for you either?" I turned to her and said,"Are you kidding? We have tons of plan... More..

There are so many ways to reduce your telephone bills. Here are a few tips: 1. If you have a cell phone, ask yourself do you need a land line? If you have a cell phone, then it's quite possible you don't need a cell phone. Many people say that they keep the land line for 911 purposes, but the truth is most cell phones now ... More..

Why do we pay for TV? Research (The Center for Media Education) shows that by the time a child completes elementary school, they will have witnessed 100,000 acts of violence on TV, including 8,000 murders. That statistic shocked my husband and I. We are a frugal family; constantly trying to save our money for a better lif... More..

Dumpster Diving 101 I have been dumpster diving for 6 years now. I have gotten everything from a diamond ring, CD's, DVD's to actual cash. It may seem strange and dirty, but there are some tricks to it that will actually help you learn the hobbie quickly. First, going at early morning or late evening is best. Try to avo... More..

There are many ways to look at the true cost of a bargain; but I have come across some tips. One tip is to not be brand loyal. Most name brand companies sell their "seconds" to off brand packagers. Aldi's Grocery Store does this all the time. They buy from Nabisco, Kraft, and other companies. If you want to save money, you n... More..

Rebating can be an excellent source of "fun" money or a little extra money to help your budget. Last year I got over $840 in rebates. I also got more in gift cards and rebate checks. If you do couponing, then it's only natural for you to also learn the trade of rebating! If you don't coupon or rebate, It's never too late to p... More..