Posted 10 weeks 5 days ago by Paul Michael
Is it me, or are most people a bunch of Spam snobs? I admit it’s not filet mignon or a piece of finely seared Ahi Tuna, but come on people! It’s not that bad. In fact, I love it, and a lot of my friends and family do, too. It’s a great friend to the frugal chef, and if I can do anything today, it’s to convince Spam skeptics to change their ways (vegetarians excepted…maybe).
Posted 17 weeks 1 day ago by Xin Lu
Do you know which is more expensive: one gallon of gasoline or one gallon of orange juice? How about one gallon of glue? Read on for a comparison of the price gasoline and other fluid substances we consume and see if you still think gas is expensive.
Posted 17 weeks 6 days ago by Paul Michael
I don't like buying new. It's not that I consider myself to be some kind of Scrooge. I just have a hard time paying more for something than I need to, and often we take that extra hit when we pay for a brand new item. So, I buy second-hand things a lot of the time. Here's my guide to the main items you should always consider buying used.
Posted 19 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
In a recent cost-study I completed, I found that it is possible for American families to spend between $300 and $4325 per year to homeschool a single child. While this is as varied a figure as the child it represents, there are some very simple, smart ways to keep your costs on the low side. Here are my top picks for keeping curriculum expenses low and how each has worked for our family.
Posted 21 weeks 7 hours ago by Xin Lu
My favorite cheap TV character is Julius Rock from Everybody Hate Chris. Julius is a character based on Chris Rock's father and in almost every episode of the show his frugality shines through and here are some highlights of his wisdom and lessons he has learned. (May contain some spoilers!)
Posted 21 weeks 1 day ago by Xin Lu
I have always loathed Valentine's day because everywhere I went I would see gaudy pink and red balloons and roses and men who are literally suckered into buying the useless things out of "tradition". Today I shall list some ideas for Valentine's that aren't gaudy or expensive. This is for the frugal and practical guys and gals out there who want to express love anytime without participating in a commercialized fluff of a "holiday".
Posted 21 weeks 2 days ago by Paul Michael
Sometimes the ingenuity of people knocks me out. As I was surfing today to find new and exciting ways to save money, I came across a video on Metacafe. It has almost no sound, but it doesn't need it. In just a few minutes, Marek (from Poland I think) shows you how to make a cool airbrush out of old bits and pieces.
Posted 22 weeks 4 days ago by Xin Lu
Are you a super cheapskate with an affinity for making everything yourself? Here are some Instructables that will tickle your fancy! Learn to furnish your home, gather food, and finally protect your possessions with alarms and weapons all for less than $10.
Posted 24 weeks 3 days ago by Myscha Theriault
Some stores are just loaded with deals. If you’ve never heard of Swedish giant Ikea, you’re missing out. Bonus? They have numerous store locations right here in the U.S. While it’s definitely one of those places you’ll need to “keep yourself in check” for, there really are some great deals to be had. Here are a few of my favorites.
Posted 27 weeks 6 days ago by Jeff Yeager
Living on less can be funny, but it's not a joke. It's the only financial advice that will work for almost everyone, and it might just save the world - and your sanity - to boot. The Today Show's "Ultimate Cheapskate" is in the house and explains how.
Posted 31 weeks 2 days ago by Paul Michael
I'm not entirely sure why this stellar deal is on a music site, but I don't care. Right now you can get several different styles of the classic Chuck Taylor Converse shoes, including these great high-tops pictured, for under $10.
Posted 38 weeks 2 days ago by Paul Michael
A friend recently told me the story of how a millionaire thinks. Not every millionaire of course, just one in particular. It's ingenius, as you will discover. But it really made me ponder about the decisions I make every day, and if I could make better ones just be exercising that underused part of my anatomy - my brain.
Posted 43 weeks 5 days ago by Paul Michael
Stains. Since having kids I've noticed that my house is full of them. In the carpet, on clothes, on furniture, even on my teeth (yes, I had to drink a lot of coffee to keep me awake during those night feeds). But what I hate more than stains is paying $5 for a stain remover that never seems to do what it says on the box. "Surely there are better products I can make at home, using things I already have" I thought. And boy was I right.
Posted 48 weeks 1 hour ago by Paul Michael
As many of you may have guessed, I'm a Metacafe junkie. I love that place. It's a great resource for those "how to" videos that make life easier, cheaper and quite often, more fun. I thought I'd share some of my favorite gadget hacks from the past few months. I've used them all, they all work 100% and they're quick and easy. No real skills required.Posted 49 weeks 5 days ago by Linsey Knerl
I’m a huge fan of “reduce, reuse, and recycle,” when it is both practical and useful. There are thousands of uses for everyday household items that have outlived their primary purpose, and even more websites offering unique ways to bring new life to your old consumer goods. While these ideas can often be inspiring, I see many of them as cheap, tacky, and sometimes even unsafe. Here are those, that in my humble opinion, are the worst (and these really are listed all over the internet as legitimate uses.) Credit Cards – The rough edges on a cut-up credit card make these ideas not too “sharp.”Have more to say? Join the discussions at Wise Bread's Finance and Frugality Forums.
| Posts | Cmts | |
|---|---|---|
| Fred Lee | 3 | 19 |
| Julie Rains | 4 | 19 |
| Linsey Knerl | 10 | 32 |
| Margaret Garcia-Couoh | 2 | 6 |
| Myscha Theriault | 7 | 52 |
| Paul Michael | 6 | 14 |
| Philip Brewer | 12 | 37 |
| Will Chen | 2 | 2 |
| Xin Lu | 9 | 21 |
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