Back-to-school time is upon us. And though you are probably anxious to get the kids out of the house, back-to-school shopping can get expensive. New clothes, school supplies, books and other essentials really add up. You don’t need to go broke. These helpful tips can help you save some cash when back to school shopping.
Evaluate Your Inventory
When it comes to school supplies, don’t run out to your neighborhood superstore just yet. Instead take inventory of what’s in your own house. Things like backpacks, lunchboxes, pencil cases and other items don’t need to be bought every year. Check around your house …read more

The state of the economy is on everyone’s minds these days. And for that reason, shopping in 2009 might not seem as fun as it could be. Impulse buying has been taken over by careful budgeting. But that doesn’t mean, you can’t add a few terrific pieces to your wardrobe. Following these helpful shopping tips to have a fashionable year without going broke.
Invest in the Classics
If you have some extra money to spend this year, don’t splurge on trendy items. Instead invest in classic pieces that you will be able to wear season after season. A great pair of black …read more

 
I’m determined to get a flat stomach and I have the aching muscles to show for it. I have this little perpetual calendar on my bureau and each day gets a sticky note to let me track every sit-up I accomplish. Just seeing that little piece of paper staring at me makes me want to add another hundred to the daily total. You know… this just might work! I’m already up to 1400 this week. Hey, if my daughter can do it… so can I. I’m just going to ignore the fact that she is 20 something and I’m not. …read more

I was pretty much just surfing the net when I spotted this headline, so I thought that I would continue the trend and see what else I could find. Hey, this could be fun!
See a Penny, Pick it Up… how one shopaholic does it lol… and she just might be onto something.
How to Save Money on School Uniforms… I always liked this idea. Having a British husband, I always thought that the kids looked soooo cute.
How to Haggle Your Way Way to a Good Deal…  This can save you tons if you get good at it!
Passion for Fashion… this woman …read more

I used to LOVE TO SHOP, but I am noticing that I can’t seem to get the same bang that I used to. I could tell you stories about lipstick that I used to buy for a couple of dollars and the afternoons at the mall when I was in my teens that my allowance would easily cover. My allowance used to be $3.00 a week… sounds kind of unbelievable now doesn’t it? Unfortunately, the cost of things simply haven’t kept up with how much we are getting paid these days and we as consumers HAVE to learn new ways to …read more

“Everywhere you drive, signs beckon you to come to big sales. Walk through the mall and the word “Sale” is displayed prominently in dozens of stores. With so many stores holding sales, is the shopping field rife with bargains?
Not exactly. As I wrote in my first post, sometimes you’ll be offered an item on sale for far more than a competitor’s charging for it, so you’re not getting a bargain, you’re just getting overcharged less.
Sale items may simply be on sale because no one wants them. If you’re a big fan of a Holiday, the best time to stock up …read more

Shopping from the television offers consumers a fun and entertaining way to purchase innovative products that are often not yet available in stores. Using caution and common sense when purchasing products through this channel still applies.”
I just read over the list and there are eight items on the list btw and each of them can help save you money and make you a smarter shopper! Here’s my favorite…
“Know what you are paying. Many of the products seen on television are from infomercials that are broadcast on U.S. stations. Before agreeing to a purchase, do the math and figure out what …read more

Have you ever wondered whether bookstore cards are worth the plastic that they are printed on? Well, it all depends on how many books you buy over the year. For me, it definitely saves me money… which I then go and directly spend on a decadent cup of coffee.
Actually, my husband swears that I must be one of their best customers or they wouldn’t send me gift certificates in the mail for even more books. And then there is the fact that if you have some book lovers in your household, you can do all of your Christmas shopping in …read more