by Kati | Nov 13, 2019 | Spend Less
Do you realize that you typically purchase the same 20 items for your family over and over again each week? The milk, the meat, the Kraft Singles. And yes, those items do go on sale, which saves you money every so often. But that doesn't alert you to stock up to have...
by Kati | Nov 13, 2019 | Debt
Paying off debt can be an incredible life changer. No more worry about having enough money at the end of the month. No more frustrating bills coming in the mail showing how much money you're spending on interest, and wasting, because you used someone else’s money....
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 12, 2019 | Budgeting, Featured Articles
What would you do if you had an extra $10,000 (ten grand) in your pocket today? Just think of what an additional $10,000 a year could do for your family. A few simple changes in your shopping habits can really add up to some BIG savings. Find out how to save Ten Grand...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 11, 2019 | Spend Less
Gift Baskets For Women! Looking for a great Mother's Day Gift Idea? We've got easy and affordable Gift Basket for Women ideas that won't break the bank! Most of these items can be found at your local dollar store or Walmart! Use your creativity and your knowledge of...
by Kati | Nov 11, 2019 | Debt
If you are living paycheck to paycheck, it can be stressful just to make it to your next payday. If you are struggling to make end’s meet and pay the bills, then it feels like you'll never be able to afford to add debt payments into the mix. Adding debt to this...
by Kati | Nov 10, 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 | Nov 9, 2019 | Spend Less
Are you looking for the best ways on how to save at Kohl's? Then you've found them! Kohl's is one of my favorite places to shop for clothes, accessories, and more. The quality of their clothes is good, and they have such a large selection. I can always find something...
by Kati | Nov 9, 2019 | DIY, Spend Less
We have all been told a million times about the harsh chemicals in store bought cleaners or how cheap it is to make your own cleaners. For years I told myself that I never had enough time to make my own cleaners and that it was a waste of time. The truth is that since...
by Kati | Nov 9, 2019 | Spend Less
Amazon is already known for being a discounted online shopping resource. But there are many ways you can save when you shop on Amazon, making it even better for the savvy & frugal shopper! Amazon is one of my go-to websites for almost everything I need. There is...
by Kati | Nov 8, 2019 | Spend Less
It's no shocker to you guys that I LOVE my Keurig coffee pods! We've had a Keurig for a few years now and I just love that bad boy! Since I sometimes will be working late into the night, we don't really need a full pot of coffee at 11 PM! That's why a single serve...
by Kati | Nov 8, 2019 | Spend Less
We can all use a night off from cooking and doing dishes every now and then, but it can be expensive! Don't let an expensive check at the end of your favorite meals ruin your night off. We've paid almost half of our grocery costs for the week on a meal out a few...
by Kati | Nov 7, 2019 | Spend Less
With football season in full swing, football parties may seem like a common part of your weekends including a huge football menu. However, these events and loads of food and game day fun can put a strain on your piggy bank if you aren’t careful. I'm here to help with...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 7, 2019 | Spend Less
Theme parks can get expensive quickly. Once you've scanned your tickets, the expenses just keep coming! While we are usually Disney fans, we decided to have a day of fun at Busch Gardens Tampa. The day was fantastic, without the expensive guilt trip. From your drinks...
by Kati | Nov 7, 2019 | Spend Less
Baking your own bread, canning home-grown tomatoes and using the leftover lard for frying foods instead of butter. When I think of the term “Pantry Staples” it reminds me of the days during the Great Depression that I've only heard about from my...
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 | Nov 7, 2019 | Budgeting, Spend Less
Did you know that over 80% of Americans admit to throwing money in one form or another? Are you throwing money away? The majority blame dining out as the biggest culprit (me included), but that is something we know we do that can waste money. What about those things...
by Kati | Nov 6, 2019 | Spend Less
We’ve seen quite a bit of devastation in recent years so I want to show you how to prepare for storms. First, the flooding brought on by Hurricane Harvey in Texas. Then the destruction we found in Florida resulting from Hurricane Irma. My family was directly in the...
by Kati | Nov 6, 2019 | Spend Less
Whether you're looking to save money on your next road trip, or just want to reduce your expenses, don't overlook your fuel costs. If you own a car, especially one that doesn't get very good gas mileage, then you know how much a full tank of gas can cost at the gas...
by Kati | Nov 6, 2019 | Spend Less
I can honestly say that I think my Amazon Prime membership is worth every penny. Get the most out of your Amazon Prime benefits that will save you money! Just think, Sam's Club and Costco Memberships are not uncommon, and we pay for them each year. Why do we think...
by Kati | Nov 6, 2019 | Debt
If you are living on one income, you might think you’ll never get out of debt. It is very possible to live on only one Income AND pay off debt too! Here's how to payoff debt and only live off one income! I used to read other stories of families who had paid off...
by Kati | Nov 5, 2019 | Spend Less
Between keeping up with the kids school and sporting functions, keeping our homes semi-neat, running errands, and cooking meals, and in my particular case, running a home business, it’s hard to take time to treat or spoil yourself. Take it from me, in...
by Kati Kiefer | Nov 5, 2019 | Budgeting
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 | Nov 4, 2019 | Debt
If you have credit card debt then you know that over time it just seems to get more expensive. Plus you could be paying a ton of extra interest if you have your credit card debt spread across multiple cards. Whether you’re looking to put all of your debt in one place,...
by Kati | Nov 3, 2019 | Budgeting, Meal Planning
Budget meal planning for families can be a challenge. Convenience foods loaded with empty calories and extra fats are so tempting to feed our families in the chaos of a hectic schedule. Yes, prepackaged foods are convenient, but we know deep down they are not good for...
by Kati | Nov 3, 2019 | DIY, Spend Less
Football is one of my favorite sports! And even more fun is all the team T-Shirts, chicken wings, and die-hard spirit. I think it's no surprise that 70% of Americans watch NFL Football. And there’s one commonality among all fans: they love to throw killer football...
by Kati | Nov 3, 2019 | Spend Less
If you have tried to discover online savings before with no luck, you are in luck now! Saving money online might not be nearly as difficult as you think while you are shopping online with these online shopping hack ideas. With a few key insider tips from someone who...
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 | Nov 1, 2019 | Spend Less
It’s so important to build an emergency food supply kit, let me tell you why. When my cousin was getting married in 1998 we flew out to Nashville for the wedding. Little did I know that there were a bunch of tornadoes in the area. Yikes! The pilot safely landed the...
by Kati | Oct 31, 2019 | Freebies, Money
Next week, October 21 – 25 is the Mamas Talk Money Summit. An online virtual event bringing featuring together 40 speakers and 20,000 attendees to help you learn how to better manage your money. The summit is virtual so you don't have to go anywhere to attend...
