Category Archives: Cutting Expenses

You’re Not Eating The Package

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Dee

Manufacturers learned long ago that packaging can sell a product that isn’t all that good, and sell it at a premium price. When you are at the grocery store look at price, pay attention to acceptable quality, but never fall … Continue reading →

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Buying Green Garbage Bags

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Dee

There are many brands of green garbage bags and while most people do not give their selection a second thought, people that are Ready To Save consider what their use will be and let that determine what brand they choose. … Continue reading →

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Serving Size

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Dee

At one time if a package of individually frozen chicken breasts contained 8 portions and I only needed 6, I would cook the extra 2 because I didn’t want to bother having just 2 chicken breasts in a package. Most … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be A Taxi

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Dee

There is no doubt about it, gas is expensive, and so is having a second car. While you may decide that a second car is an absolute must, it does not mean that you have to use it all of … Continue reading →

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Coupons on Packaging

Posted on January 16, 2011 by Dee

A lot of people hate to grocery shop so their goal is to get in and get out as quickly as possible. This often leads to us throwing things in our cart that is on our list without paying much … Continue reading →

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Wasting Money on Swiffer

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Dee

I am sure you have seen the Swiffer commercials for Swiffer. They try to convince you that using your current mop is just spreading the dirt around. They then take a grossly dirty pad that has been used all over … Continue reading →

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Keeping Track of Grocery Sales

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Dee

Tracking grocery sales is an important task. Now I know some of you are thinking “I don’t have time for this” but keep in mind, this small task will save you thousands of dollars and actually requires very little effort … Continue reading →

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Legion Dinners Can Save Money

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Dee

Many service organizations have luncheons or dinners that have special pricing that is generally far below what you can find at a normal restaurant. Looking at my most recent community flyer shows our local Legion Hall and Knights of Columbus … Continue reading →

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Service Warranties

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Dee

It seems every store is offering service warranties on almost everything they sell and a lot of people are taking them.  It is said that Best Buy now earns more profit from selling service warranties than they do from actually … Continue reading →

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What Temperature is Right For You?

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Dee

One very easy way to save money on your utility bills is of course to get a programmable thermostat.  They pay for themselves quickly and if you don’t have one, it should make it a priority to get one. The … Continue reading →

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