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Save Money on Electricity

Penny pinching is becoming more popular as Americans strive to find more ways than ever before to cut back on spending.

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How to Control Ants with Honey

Basic instructions for making simple and effective baits for ants. This method is much safer than the numerous poisons you can buy at the hardware store or garden center. If you have children, you can get the kids involved in this project.

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Saving Money at Flea Markets and Yard Sales

You can save money while decorating your home and dressing in style by learning to be thrifty. Flea markets and yard sales offer the opportunity to shop without breaking the bank.

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Building a Two-Story Outdoor Kitchen on a Shoestring

Money is tight in today’s economy. An outdoor cooking area is a nice way to save cash, but could be costly unless you find some helpful resources. My outdoor kitchen is about 800 sq ft, two stories, well underway and at the present, no cost for materials. How is this done? Thoughtfulness, time, caution, and a will to make it work.

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Saving for That Rainy Day

Imagine if you did not have to worry about carefree spending and manage your money. We might be more thrifty when trouble comes our way.

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Life on the Cheap: The Wine of Gladness Comes to America

Who says a good glass of wine has to cost a lot of money? Here are some top picks to enjoy every day.

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Life on the Cheap – Tracking Your Spending Saves You Money

Suddenly, there seems to be a lot less money to go around. In the second installation of my series about living on less, I’ll give you some helpful hints for tracking your spending and eliminating money leaks.

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Life on the Cheap: Introduction

In this, the first of a series of articles, you can learn how frugal living can be fun. Save your money and see what kind of creative changes you can make to your budget.

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Waste Not, Want Not: 35 New Uses for Old Stuff

Ever wonder what you can do with all the leftovers from every day life? Create a new use for it and save it from the landfill. Here are some to get you started.

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Live on Less: Clothing and Other Necessities

How to get about anything for little or no money.