Are you looking for the best values at dollar stores? Typically selling inexpensive items, dollar stores predominantly sell all of their merchandise at a single price of $1 or less. In addition to true “dollar” stores, there are a segment of “dollar and up” stores like Famil...

Are you experiencing sticker shock from your family’s water usage and looking for ways to trim your water bill? As we go about their lives, the average American uses about 80 to 100 gallons of water per day. The average home is a water guzzler too. It can leak an average of 10,000 gallons of w...

It’s the time of year when everyone is thinking of a vacation.  A couple of days of rest and relaxation sounds wonderful and would help you and your family to recharge. There’s only one problem: vacations are expensive. Thankfully, with a few minor adjustments, saving for your vacation ...

The crooked front teeth and massive overbite were probably a clue. But, for many parents, the news that your child needs braces and the details about just how much it’s all going to cost can cause anxiety and prompt you to wonder if there is a way to make braces more affordable. Ready for some sti...

Looking for simple ideas for frugal family fun? Now that schools are emptying out for the summer, many families are scrambling to figure out how to keep their kids  occupied during the long days without emptying their wallets. Arranging for frugal family fun doesn’t have to be an overwhelming...