by Kati | Dec 27, 2019 | FOX Channel 13, Freebies, Spend Less
Who doesn’t love a trip to the movies? Whether there’s a new movie out that you’ve been anxious to see, or the idea of a bucket of buttery popcorn that gets you into the door, movies can feel like a little slice of heaven. The thing that’s not so heavenly about movies...
by Kati | Dec 27, 2019 | Recipes, Slow Cooker
This easy Beef Stroganoff recipe is a family favorite we have at least once a month. I plan this meal for hectic afternoons when I have lots of errands to run and kids to pick up and drop off. It's so nice to walk in the house after a busy afternoon to the wonderful...
by Kati | Dec 27, 2019 | Spend Less
For years, I struggled financially with setting personal goals, overspending, and being discontent with the things I already had. For myself, I made enormous financial goals in hopes of achieving this dream of mine, only to find myself no closer than when I had...
by Kati | Dec 27, 2019 | Spend Less, TRUE Deals
I always joke with my husband that when we walk into the dollar store, armed with a couple one dollar bills, we feel RICH 🙂 But there are definitely items at Dollar Stores that, while only $1, are too expensive and can be purchased cheaper elsewhere. Consumer Reports...
by Kati | Dec 25, 2019 | Spend Less
We've all done it those crazy bulk buys. At one time or another most of us have taken the bulk buying plunge, vowing to set our family on a new path to saving mega bucks with those crazy bulk buys! Brimming with excitement and armed with good intentions, reusable...
by Kati | Dec 24, 2019 | Spend Less
If you are looking to maximize your savings, one of the best ways to do this is by knowing where the best place to buy the things on your grocery list is. The best way to know whether you are getting the best price AT ALL is to divide the price of the item by the...
by Kati | Dec 24, 2019 | Publix
As mommas on the go, it can be so hard to get our daily dose of veggies. That's why I love the convenience of these NEW Green Giant Frozen Riced Veggies at Publix! Not only are they frozen, but they are packed with veggie goodness! If you are doing Keto or THM, this...
by Kati | Dec 24, 2019 | Spend Less
Are you in need of grocery substitutions to save money? I sure was. Let me explain. I have a family of 6. And we eat every single meal at home… plus we homeschool, so that is EVERY SINGLE MEAL at home. It makes for a LOT of dishes. We run our dishwasher twice a day,...
by Kati | Dec 23, 2019 | Spend Less
My family calls it the “Costco Mentality” for bulk deals. It is possibly the biggest misconception ever. The Costco Mentality is the idea that when you get a good deal on one thing at the Warehouse store, you then assume that the warehouse has the best...
by Kati | Dec 23, 2019 | Budgeting
Financial money mistakes can easily happen to us all, even when we think we are being a smarty. While we think we are being smart with our money, sometimes all it takes is one accident and our savings are drained. Or a layoff throws everything for a loop and our...
by Kati | Dec 22, 2019 | Spend Less
Dollar General is one of those stores that can be a treasure trove for great Dollar General deals. You just have to know the Dollar General secret savings for scoring those deals. A lot of coupon success depends on the individual store, even the individual store...
by Kati | Dec 22, 2019 | Spend Less
Aldi is seriously one of the best places to shop for cheap groceries and great Aldi products! The downside is that they don’t take coupons unless they put out a store coupon which is rare. This means that unless you have a few rebate apps on hand, there are very few...
by Kati | Dec 21, 2019 | Coupon Inserts, Coupons
Due to the Christmas Holiday, You can expect to find NO coupon inserts in your Sunday paper this Sunday, 12/22/19. If you don’t want to pay for all those papers you won’t use, you can request a hold on your home delivery service. They will add this week to extend your...
by Kati | Dec 21, 2019 | Christmas
More than ever, people are looking to save money during the holiday season. If you're one of those people, you might be interested in learning how to coupon during the holidays! Couponing is a great way to save some extra money and stock up on things so you don't have...
by Kati | Dec 20, 2019 | Budgeting
It's time to set a smarter goal for your budget and your finances! Can you believe it’s already the new year?! Doesn't it seem like just yesterday we were celebrating the start of last year?! It’s time to start goal setting and making New Year’s resolutions, and that...
by Kati | Dec 20, 2019 | Christmas
Decorating your house can be an expensive endeavor this holiday season, but not with the cheapest Christmas decorations that you can DIY! But with all of the fun Pinterest projects available, the more DIY projects you can make, the more money you will save. I’ve found...
by Kati | Dec 20, 2019 | Christmas, DIY
Why choose boring gift bags when you give a gift to your loved ones when you can get gift wrap for FREE! And I'm not talking about shopping the after Christmas sales or using coupons to get it for free. I've got some super simple ways to find free gift wrap inside...
by Kati | Dec 20, 2019 | Spend Less
Last year it dawned on me that it had been a long time since James and I had a true and honest date night. This was something I was determined to change and even made it a part of my goals for the new year. Prior to this, date nights kind of slipped by the wayside. We...
by Kati | Dec 19, 2019 | Publix
Need to wipe those dirty hands? Because you know germs are everywhere this season! Yuck! Print your coupons and head to Publix this week to get FREE Kleenex Wet Wipes! WAHOO! This List Has Expired This deal is going on NOW at Publix! (Deal Scenario...
by Kati | Dec 19, 2019 | Spend Less
Excited about finding those dollar deals? You know that feeling you get when you go to the dollar store with only a few bucks and think you can buy tons of stuff? Well, you can, but buyer beware! While some dollar deals are fabulous, remember the old adage that goes...
by Kati | Dec 19, 2019 | Christmas, DIY
Don't you just love a candy cane centerpiece? With Christmas fast approaching I'm always looking for ways to add some cheerful home décor projects into our homes on a budget. We decided to make a Candy Cane centerpiece that would be perfect for practical home use or...
by Kati | Dec 19, 2019 | Couponing
Couponing isn’t exactly something new, and it’s no secret that coupons can save your family money. If you are reading this, then you probably want to save money too. So here's your guide to couponing for beginners. While it will take some initial time to build up your...
by Kati | Dec 18, 2019 | Spirit FM
Did you catch my 2-Minute Money Saving Tip this morning on Spirit FM radio station? Each Wednesday I'm honored to share my knowledge about how to get the most for your money in a quick 2 minute savings segment on the Spirit FM 90.5 radio station. During this week's...
by Kati | Dec 18, 2019 | Spend Less
Have you ever noticed how many paper household goods you use in an average day, or even how many you have in your home? There’s toilet paper for the bathroom, paper towels for cleaning, and tissues for stuffy noses. If you have kids running around the house, then you...
by Kati | Dec 16, 2019 | Budgeting
It’s a new financial year and a fresh start! That can mean a new start including your finances! If your New Year’s resolution this year is to make better money management decisions or even give your finances a financial makeover, you’re in the right place! I’m going...
by Kati | Dec 16, 2019 | Christmas, DIY
Making DIY Christmas gifts do not have to be as hard as we tend to make it. With a little creativity and about 10 minutes of your time, you can make several really quick and easy DIY Christmas gifts for friends or family without spending a small fortune. Because...
by Kati | Dec 15, 2019 | Budgeting
Many people are looking to improve their financial situation this year, but have no idea how on earth to achieve this goal! If you are struggling to get ahead financially, just the idea of getting control of your current financial situation can seem intense. I’m not...
by Kati | Dec 15, 2019 | Spend Less
I used to always think that cereal was the cheapest breakfast that I could feed my children. While I was scoring great deals with the coupon, cereal isn’t exactly the picture perfect option for a healthy breakfast at home. It’s hard to beat the convenience of being...
by Kati | Dec 14, 2019 | Spend Less
You are a loyal customer. Whether we like to think so or not, we are. Yes, I still love coupons and how couponing works to save our family money and use them when I can. I’m sure you’ve read all my grocery couponing tips and tricks. Lately, I’ve seen a lot of people...
by Kati | Dec 14, 2019 | Coupon Inserts, Coupons
You can expect to find ONE (1) Coupon Inserts in your Sunday paper this week: (1) SmartSource RetailMeNot (RMN) – formerly RedPlum (RP) Always skim thru the Parade Magazine or USA Today (depending on in your area) each week! Sometimes they contain high-value...
