For some reason, gyms are becoming very expensive. For someone on a budget, 50-100 bucks a month isn’t exactly possible. Luckily, there are ways to work out on a budget! Most towns have a YMCA. They have workout memberships for much less. They usually have classes just like other gyms, so it’s really a great […]
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I promised to post some easy, frugal recipes for holiday entertaining, so here’s my next one…enjoy!
Fried Ravioli
INGREDIENTS
Olive oil
1 cup of buttermilk
2 cups Italian-style bread crumbs
1 box store-bought bite-size cheese ravioli (about 24 ravioli)
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 to 2 cups marinara sauce, heated, for dipping
Heat 2 inches of olive oil in a large […]
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If you’re like me, you enjoy online shopping almost as much as the real thing. For most online stores, you can find general coupons by simply doing a google search. These can range from as little as 5% (not terribly helpful) to 50% (extremely helpful). But, don’t stop here! When you get to the checkout […]
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Where I grew up, there was only one utilities company. They could pretty much charge whatever they wanted, and bills were outrageous. Up here it’s not so bad, but I still try to focus on saving where I can. Doing a few small things can really lower your monthly utility bill, allowing you to save […]
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Maybe you’ve seen those shows on TV where people’s homes are filled to the brim with junk - these people save everything but end up not able to actually use anything. On the TV shows, expert designers come in and help them clear it all out. The good news is, you don’t need an expert […]
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Big families are definitely a blessing. There is no substitute for a tight knit group that cares and supports each other. Unfortunately, this blessing can become a huge expense around holiday time. I have the perfect fix! Suggest that your family has a secret drawing - each person will pick one name and will shop […]
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Saturdays and Sundays are HUGE football days, depending on whether you like pro or college football, or both! I personally love college football, so Saturdays are set aside for cheering on my favorite teams with friends. Watching sports can be an expensive hobby if you go to a sports bar each and every week. Instead, […]
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One of the best parts of Thanksgiving is the amazing leftovers. Most families end up cooking way too much food for the big day, so chances are you’ll have lots of turkey and sides left after the big meal. Don’t let these go to waste! I know I get a little tired of eating the […]
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Tomorrow is the biggest shopping day of the year, commonly referred to as Black Friday. Shopping on this day can be an overwhelming experience, so it’s best to go with a plan! First, either call or check the websites of your favorite stores. Some will be opening as early as 4am! […]
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Lucky for me, I get to fly home today. I’m hoping it won’t be a mess with all of the airline traffic. I figured it would be a good time to talk about frugal travel. With such high gas prices, sometimes it’s actually cheaper to take a flight (and much more efficient). I have a […]
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