Category: Miscellaneous
Today we have a guest post. Mike Freiberg is a staff writer for HomeDaddys, a resource for stay-at-home dads, work-at-home dads, and everything in between. He’s a handyman, an amateur astronomer, and a tech junkie, who loves being home with his two kids. He lives in Austin. If you’re on a tight budget, tweaking your décor can be a great way to make your home feel new without an expensive shopping spree. Here are a few simple changes that will make your home look great on a shoestring. 1. A fresh coat…
We have a guest post from Tara Wagner. The Frugal Diva just wanted to add that this goes for Work-At-Home Dads, also. One of the biggest perks of working from home is that you keep more of what you earn—spending less on gas, and having more free time to focus on what’s most important. With a few simple life-hacks, you can make your home office even more cost-effective. Here are some of the simplest ways for work-at-home moms to save around the house. 1. Get a desktop computer Especially if your business…
The Frugal Diva loves to buy online – better prices, no parking problems, product reviews- however there are ways to cut the price even further. Here is a list of sites that give coupons, money back, or shipping reductions. BeFrugal.com has lots of cash back and coupons plus a bio of The Frugal Diva. Fat Wallet gives you coupons and cash back. Register and Click through from their site and start seeing dividends for your shopping forays. Coupon Cabin is a reliable site for both online and printable coupons. The $5 off at Target is for $50 which is…
Sure we just celebrated the 4th of July however Frugal Divas know that shopping early means saving big time. Below are back to school tips from BeFrugal.com founder Jon Lal for parents, teachers & college students. Back to school money saving advice for parents and college students Get organized to avoid overspending. Make a shopping list and set a budget. Look through items you already own before shopping. Start early: Don’t wait until the last minute to buy the more specific back to school items on your list. The selection can get picked over as the school year…
In a frenzy of spring cleaning, the Frugal Diva attacked her spice rack to see how long some of these little bottles had been living in the pantry. As it turns out, the rosemary had been hanging out there since the nineties. I made a list, checked it twice, and promptly went into sticker shock at the market. It was cheaper to follow the spice trail to India then to restock. Since I love to cook there needed to be a solution that cost less and still provided me with high quality spices. Hailing from the Midwest, Penzey’s…
June 16th will be here before you know it. Start now and take advantage of these great deals. See what’s out there for all kinds of dads. Goldstar for Fun Dads – Look for discounted tickets for everything from plays to food tours of Chinatown to baseball tickets. Nordstroms Menswear sale starts on June 14 for Traditional Dad – Dress shirts and preppy casual for the Dad who likes to look pulled together. Restaurant Deals for Gourmet Dad – Plan in advance and save with these options for eating out. Shutter Fly has personalized cards and albums for…
Thanks to Tara Wagner, The Frugal Diva learned quite a bit about money saving apps. Tara Wagner is a staff writer for TechBreach. She has worked from home for over a decade, and loves sharing news and advice with fellow telecommuting moms and dads. She’s fascinated by new tech and new ideas; and when she finds time to unplug, she enjoys long hikes in the mountains near her home. She lives in Denver. Data plans can be expensive, but if you’re trying to cut costs and you’re locked into a contract, you can make the best…