When something stops working, google how to fix it. We have repared dripping showers, leaky toilets, lawnmower, dryer and more. This always saved us the minimum service call charge and usually much less in the end to repair, as we didn’t pay labour. Google the model number and brand, plus the problem gou are encountering. … Read more
I have mentioned this one before, but it needs to be repeated. CHECK THE CLEARANCE SHELF in your produce section of the grocery store. These grapes were marked down to only $2 because of ONE grape being spoiled. Or how about these tomatoes on 50% markdown for just one bad one as well. It is … Read more
Look High and Low. When you are shopping, be sure to keep your eyes open and look high and low. Manufacturers pay big bucks to have their products placed at eye level. The higher priced brands will be displayed where the majority of shoppers are bound to look. ALWAYS look above and below eye level … Read more
When buying meat (or anything really), Always work out the Per Unit price (per kg/lb). Bulk is not always best. If you look at the prices on shelves in the store, there is usually a per unit price on the sticker as well. Keeping a Price Book will help you keep track of what … Read more
While stocking up on a great deal is sometimes a strategy I would use, I have to apply some limits. Unless the item is at an all time low price or on clearance, I can likely buy just a couple to get me through to the next sale. No one “needs” a stockpile of 20 … Read more
Mother’s day is right around the corner and it is time to plan. I have noticed as my mom entered her senior years, I usually stopped in at a flower shop or picked up something last minute for mother’s day. It’s not that I didn’t love pampering my mom, and appreciate everything she has done for myself and my family, I just find it hard to buy for her.
You Really Can Eat Healthy On A Small Budget People ask me all the time if I actually save money on good healthy food. This post will hopefully prove that it is possible. Looking back over shopping trips from the past year or so, I wanted to share some amazing deals that I was able … Read more
Saving Money & Healthy Meal Planning with the help of Flipp As you may be aware, I am on a healthier lifestyle journey to lose weight and feel better. In the process my grocery bill has gone up from making better food choices and having less coupons or discounts available to save money on the … Read more
Skinny Chai Tea Latte – Homemade and No Frother Needed I am not a huge flavoured coffee or tea fan. Although, one thing I do enjoy is Chai Tea. The spice combination is one of my favourite. If I go to a cafe, my usual order is either coffee or a Chai Tea Latte. Knowing I … Read more
Organize: Create A Snack Station When I go to my pantry and find half empty boxes, where I thought there were full boxes, it makes me so frustrated. When you have children who are independent, they will often leave a mess of empty or unsealed bags in their wake. By creating a location in a pantry … Read more