A guide that shows you how to save money on groceries with grocery coupons
By Karen Baxter In the past year, I’ve saved more than $200 on groceries using coupons. Despite my savings, however, there was a time when I vowed I wouldn’t let another coupon into my house. They seemed to be uncontrollably multiplying, taking over my kitchen table, counter and my car faster than kudzu. Instead of…
By Shelly Burke Several years ago, I decided to start using all the shopping rules I’d read about in books and magazines. It seemed so easy. I would spend only $50 a week on groceries, and receive rebate checks and free items in the mail every day. But after a few months of diligently studying…
By Cheryl Johnson Frugal living is more than a lifestyle. It’s a passion. Call Me Crazy! I love It! Why, who wouldn’t love getting paid to buy products that they use everyday? Here’s how I do it. I purchase an item that has a rebate offer (either a store or manufacturer rebate) while it is…
By Amy Bergin Today most everyone clips or saves a coupon from time to time. Who can resist? When you know you can save more than the next guy just by having a piece of paper or coupon code, it’s a great feeling. However the drawback of coupons is that they can become just good…
By GranMamma Coupons save consumers hundreds of dollars a year. Smart shoppers take the time to look for, cut out, file, and use coupons on a regular basis. You may be surprised how much money you can save in the long run. Coupons are easy to use when organized efficiently. Coupons should be put into…
By Melanie Breeze Coupons can be a great tool in educating your child about saving money, being frugal, and shopping smart. Who doesn’t want their children to grow up knowing how to save easily on every purchase? With coupon clipping you’ll show them money saving skills they can use throughout their life! Teaching your child…
By Paul Davis Most experts agree that customer loyalty in the grocery sector is virtually dead. Ten years ago it was somewhat unusual for a consumer to drive past the closest grocery store to shop at a competing store. Today, within a few mile radius, eight supercenters and chains can be fighting it out, in…
Oniomania, also referred to as compulsive shopping, is the excessive and uncontrollable desire to purchase items. In the US where spending and credit are part of the national pastime, oniomania is often viewed by others as the oniomaniac being financially irresponsible. This leaves many oniomaniacs to fend for themselves with little to no support when…
Sometimes you just don’t have time to go to the grocery store, or you aren’t in the mood to deal with the crowds. Or maybe you find grocery shopping to be unpleasant no matter what–stores have gotten enormous, and they’re set up to intentionally lead you on a wild goose chase for the items on…
One of the most common promotions that eating establishments do is offer something free to people who are having a birthday. The following is a list of places where you can get free food of some kind on your birthday, but it is by no means exhaustive. If you have a favorite restaurant that isn’t…