by Kati Kiefer | Nov 7, 2019 | Christmas
After weeks, and maybe even months, of planning, shopping, baking, wrapping, parties, and holiday prep, it’s finally Christmas Morning. Did you give yourself a smart start to the day? By the time Christmas morning comes around, you may be exhausted and done with the...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 7, 2019 | Spend Less
The first thing you need to do to get the best deals at a drug store is to choose a 24 hour pharmacy. When I first started couponing I would meet up at a 24 hr pharmacy with a coupon buddy. We did this late, after the kids went to bed because I could leave them with...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 7, 2019 | Black Friday
Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become some of the most essential shopping days of the entire year especially for a deal finder like me! I actually save things to purchase on those days alone. For example; towels, if I want to redecorate a bathroom, we have 6...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 5, 2019 | Christmas
If you are having trouble finding a great gift for the Jedi in your life, there are plenty of choices for you to pick from this list of the best Star Wars Novelty Gifts around! No matter what your budget, you can make something yourself, or order it online and kick...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 5, 2019 | Spend Less
We are all guilty of certain bad money habits. In fact, I am willing to bet that even if you are the most frugal person in the world, you are still guilty of at least one bad money habit. For me, it was too easy to use our credit card. Over just a short period we...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 4, 2019 | Spend Less
Every day there is something in our home that requires cleaning, and as a result, we use up a lot of cleaning solutions and supplies. Those dusters, wipes, and sprays cost a LOT and since they don't last forever it's a vicious cycle that can waste money. Here are some...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 4, 2019 | Christmas
Are you looking for some good deals after Christmas? Going shopping during the after Christmas sales is a big deal at our house. There are items that you just can't get cheaper any other time of the year. Oh, don't get me wrong, I still shop on Black Friday and Cyber...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 2, 2019 | Disney
For those of you on a tight budget, the idea of staying at one of Walt Disney World resorts might sound like a fantasy. The majority of your vacation cost is going to be the lodging, and out of all your other vacation expenses, this is one of the few areas you have...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 2, 2019 | DIY
After making this DIY organic lip balm for my family as a creative (and wildly successful) Christmas Present, I thought it would be fun to share with you how easy and inexpensive it is to make your own Organic Lip Balm (aka chapstick). You can whip up a batch in about...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 1, 2019 | DIY
I went years only using liquid laundry detergent. I never realized that a powder detergent could be just effective and store longer than their liquid counterpart. Since powder detergent is easier to travel with than liquid, I decided it would be convenient to make one...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 1, 2019 | Spend Less
So, you’ve bought a car, and everything seems great. It gets you from A to B, has excellent gas mileage, and is the perfect color for your personality! And then suddenly you get hit with crazy high car insurance rates. All the sudden you find yourself wondering how on...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 1, 2019 | Disney
Part of enjoying your Disney trips in a budget-friendly way is having all of your travel essentials before you enter the park. Disney parks have everything you could ever dream of to make your experience magical. However, some of these “essential” items can be found...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 31, 2019 | DIY
I have been on a quest to make cheaper things for my house and it was on my list to learn how to make Castile soap – the liquid version. Just in case you didn't know, Castile soap is natural and free of toxins! Plus, it's environmentally friendly. Now, who...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 26, 2019 | Spend Less
When you’re in the middle of a no spend challenge, it can start to feel like the days are endless. Time, when you used to spend out shopping, eating out, or being out on the town, is replaced with days in the house and evenings wondering what to do with your free...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 26, 2019 | Couponing
Do you know about the Walmart Inventory Checker? If not, let me explain. Have you ever gotten all your coupons ready to get a whole bunch of FREEbies at your local Walmart and you get to the store only to find that they are COMPLETELY OUT of stock?! That is SO...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 25, 2019 | Spend Less
Are you looking for little extra money in your bank account at the end of the month? My desire to put extra money to pay off debt turned into a vacation fund for my family, a boost to our savings account and so much more. Whether you are doing a spending freeze to...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 25, 2019 | Holidays
Have you made your Thanksgiving feast menu yet? Thanksgiving is almost here! But don't panic! I'll show you how to save money on your Thanksgiving dinner! Thanksgiving is one of the most anticipated meals of the entire year. No pressure. But that doesn’t mean you have...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 25, 2019 | Spend Less
Want to be a saver? My grandmother was one of the most frugal people I knew. She knew how to stretch a dollar and pinch a penny by necessity and by choice. She made being a saver look so easy! The lessons I learned from her growing up not only shaped me into the...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 23, 2019 | DIY
What is the best liquid laundry detergent ever? Everyone has their favorite and unfortunately every single one has a pretty large price tag on it. The cost just adds to the torture since laundry is the never-ending chore. That's one reason why I wanted to come up with...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 23, 2019 | Spend Less
When you’re on a vacation or business trip, the last thing you want to worry about is how you are going to get from the airport to your hotel. Many hotels have their shuttles to and from the airport, and with rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft available in...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 23, 2019 | Spend Less
You have kept your home warm all winter and may have run up the electric and gas bill to keep that furnace going. Now that the summer heat is arriving let's talk about ways to summer-proof your home to keep your family comfortable and keep some money in your pocket. I...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 23, 2019 | Disney
They say that some of the best things in life are free, and this applies to Walt Disney World as well! The same place that has you exit each ride through a gift shop has so much value packed into every ticket price at no additional charge! Disney offers so many extra...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 22, 2019 | DIY
They say “judge not, lest you be judged”… so please remember that when you look at my “before” pictures of using my wood furniture cleaner. You see, my name is Kati Kiefer, not Martha Stewart. I do not have a cleaning crew nor a maid. And...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 22, 2019 | Spend Less
Saving money isn’t always about how to find deals on clothing or how to save on your energy bills, although those are all good things. Many times, it’s about making the things you have last longer and therefore stretching your dollar. The longer your things last, the...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 21, 2019 | Spend Less
Doesn’t it seem like everyone you know is taking a vacation? When you’re on a tight budget, it can feel like everyone else is traveling and seeing the world, except for you! The truth is that you don’t have to have a high paying job or go into debt to be able to...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 19, 2019 | Couponing
If you have a small space to begin with, then your own food storage ideas are probably already maxed out. If you don’t think you have room for more, think again! Even if you’re tight on space, there are still some ways you can have a significant stockpile with these...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 18, 2019 | Spend Less
If you were tempted to splurge while at home, just wait till you’re on vacation! While you’re on break, the last thing on your mind is how much money is left in your wallet until there is none. Vacations are not that far out of reach, even if you are working on a...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 18, 2019 | Disney
A Walt Disney World vacation can be expensive, especially for families. Between airfare, park tickets, dining, accommodations, souvenirs, and everything else, your trip to the happiest place on earth can turn into a huge hole in your wallet. However, you don't have to...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 17, 2019 | Budgeting
When it comes to creating a good budget, sometimes we make it harder than it has to be. Here's the thing, a good budget will not only tell your money where to go but help you stay on track, so you don’t overspend. While it is good practice to track your spending...
by Kati Kiefer | Oct 17, 2019 | Budgeting
We’ve all been there before. Your credit card statement is staring you in the face and your checking account is just cents from zero. It happens. Time to revisit the household budget. And then you get mad at yourself for allowing your finances to get in this awful...
