by Kati | Sep 15, 2026 | Spend Less
Need a list of hobbies that are cheap or even free? Living on a tight budget doesn't mean you can't have some hobbies. While some hobbies can be expensive, check out this list of hobbies and you'll see that you don't have to go broke in order to enjoy one. It really...
by Kati | Sep 14, 2026 | Spend Less
Are you wondering how to show someone you love them when extra money is not in your budget? When was the last time you went out for a night on the town with your significant other? But flowers, dinner, a movie and a babysitter will easily cost you over $100 for only...
by Kati | Sep 14, 2026 | Halloween, Spend Less
Hooray…Halloween is just around the corner again and it's time to make your own cheap Halloween props! This fun and spooky celebration can cost you oodles if you are not careful. Stores have a vast selection of costumes, props and decorations all for sale but at...
by Kati | Sep 13, 2026 | Money, Spend Less
Would you pay $54.75 for a drink on the Starbucks menu? Of course not! (just in case you didn't think that was a real thing… it is. A Texas guy paid a record -setting $54.75 for a single drink ordered directly off his local Starbucks menu. Since I'd venture to...
by Kati | Sep 13, 2026 | Halloween, Spend Less
Have you ever made your own cheap Halloween costumes before? When I was growing up the concept of buying a Halloween costume was almost unheard of. To my parents, the thought of buying an outfit which would be used on just one night of the year was ridiculous. As a...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 12, 2026 | Spend Less
It happens every week…another store closes and you hope it's going to have some crazy real deals that you can get before they close their doors. In fact, this past week, Winn Dixie announced that they are closing 22 stores by March 25th. Six stores are closing...
by Kati | Sep 11, 2026 | Spend Less
We can all use a night off from cooking meals and doing dishes every now and then, but it can be expensive! Don't let an expensive check at the end of your favorite restaurant meals ruin your night off. We've paid almost half of our grocery costs for the week on a...
by Kati | Sep 11, 2026 | Spend Less
There are always so many car “sales” out there at any giving point in time, but when is the best time to buy a car? I have always been confused by the influx of car commercials that always make it sound like NOW is the best time to buy {whenever that NOW...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 10, 2026 | Spend Less
Want the secret to living simply? Less than half of all households don’t have at least three month’s worth of savings. Out of all the homes that don’t, 89% are employed, and 25% make incomes between $56,000 to $91,000 each year! I can tell you there is never a bad...
by Kati | Sep 10, 2026 | Spend Less
Wondering when is the best time to buy a computer or a laptop so you can score the best deal? I can help! In this day and age of modern technology, I'm sure there has been a time when you needed a new computer or laptop. It eventually happens. Your computer gets...
by Kati | Sep 10, 2026 | 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 | Sep 10, 2026 | FOX Channel 13, Freebies, Spend Less
Who doesn't love getting their movie tickets cheaper? And 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...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 9, 2026 | Spend Less
Looking for ways to keep stretching your dollar? Well you've come to the right place. 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...
by Kati | Sep 9, 2026 | Spend Less
Need to buy some cookware or small appliances for the kitchen? It's crazy how those small things can be so helpful, but so expensive too! A good blender will cost you well over $100, a decent coffee pot starts at $50, and a good stand mixer starts at $199. And it...
by Kati | Sep 9, 2026 | Grocery Savings, 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 | Sep 8, 2026 | Freebies, Spend Less
Buying books was my kryptonite until I found out how to get the best free books! For many months, I drained my “fun money” budget each month on books. I was spending nearly $50 a month on books, and most of them have still not been read.  I loved having a...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 8, 2026 | 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 | Sep 8, 2026 | Spend Less
When is the best time to buy furniture? You asked so here is my best answer. New furniture is all something we long for now and then, either to spruce up or to replace what is worn or broken. But, boy, can it be so expensive!! And then there's all the choices, brands,...
by Kati | Sep 8, 2026 | DIY, DIY Cleaning Supplies, 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 with common household products. For years I told myself that I never had enough time to make my own cleaners and that it was a waste...
by Kati | Sep 8, 2026 | 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 Kiefer | Sep 7, 2026 | Freebies, Spend Less
Redbox is one of my favorite ways to rent movies. Keep reading to learn about Redbox free movie codes. You can find a Redbox kiosk on nearly every street corner. There are over 38,000 kiosks across the US offering lower prices and more convenience than other rental...
by Kati | Sep 7, 2026 | Spend Less
Stop throwing money away in the trash and down the drain! Check out these 21 surprising ways you are wasting money and put a stop to it right away! Did you know that over 80% of Americans admit to throwing away money in one form or another? Could you be...
by Kati | Sep 7, 2026 | Spend Less
When is the best time to buy a mattress? I get this question a lot, so let me share some of the information I've learned. While I'm not a mattress guru, and I haven't investigated each brand to let you know which is the best one, I do know when it's time for you to...
by Kati | Sep 7, 2026 | Spend Less
One of the best places to start stockpiling is your supplies for cleaning houses. These items rarely come with an expiration date and they will last you for years. We’ve all been guilty of buying a little too much laundry detergent when it goes on sale or even buying...
by Kati | Sep 6, 2026 | Freebies, Spend Less
If you are a Senior, then you've paid your dues and now it's time to collect your discount for seniors! (For the rest of us… PASS THIS ALONG to your Mom or Grandma!) So let's check out all the great senior discounts over 50 (some are over 60). And, there's a...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 6, 2026 | Spend Less
Want to become a super saver so you have more money in your bank account each day? Being a super saver is also known as being frugal. And frugality is often confused with being poor or cheap and spending only the minimum. But I've found that living a frugal life isn't...
by Kati | Sep 6, 2026 | Spend Less
Are you in the mood for a bargain hunt? (Umm YESSS!!) I always am too. It's something my mom instilled into us when we were little. Because you see, the more you save, the more you get for your money. And who doesn't want to get more?! Since money doesn't grow on...
by Kati | Sep 6, 2026 | DIY, Spend Less
Football is one of my favorite sports and we love having a fun football party! 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...
by Kati Kiefer | Sep 6, 2026 | 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. These cheap...
by Kati | Sep 6, 2026 | Holidays, Spend Less
Decorating your house with fall decor can be an expensive endeavor. And with the fun Pinterest projects available, the more DIY projects you can make will save you money. I’ve found that a combination of shopping at the Dollar Store and knowing how to save when you...
