Category: Save Money

We cut our grocery bill by $100 a week without giving up healthy, good food. We started meal planning each week, made a shopping list, and stuck to it. Buying store brands and shopping sales made a big difference. We also cooked more at home and used leftovers for lunches. This way, our meals stayed fresh, and nothing went to waste. Give these tips a try and see how much you can save.

Tight budgets make saving money feel like a never-ending puzzle. Grocery aisles, endless sale alerts, sneaky subscription fees – it’s easy to feel lost in the chaos. But here’s a secret: the right money saving apps can help you take control of your cash without flipping your whole routine upside down. Gone are the days when tracking every penny meant stashing handwritten receipts in your wallet or wrestling with clunky spreadsheets.

Every August, stores burst with notebooks, new sneakers, and reminders that back-to-school prep isn’t just about picking out a few fresh pencils. For most families, stocking up on supplies, buying clothes, and enrolling kids in activities is a huge expense. On average, parents spend around $586 per child just on school needs—and that doesn’t even include the $582 many forks over for extracurriculars. Add it up for two or three kids and you’re not buying a new backpack—you’re buying a new bill.

If your financial goals seem out of reach, keep reading to learn some tips and tricks to set goals that stick!

No Spend Month
Is money tight?  Or did you just get through the holidays or a large spending month like September or December?  A no spend month is a perfect way to help you save money and get your budget back on track.  Below you will discover lots of no spend month tips and tricks to make your no spend time successful and fun.

Are You Struggling To Make Ends Meet? 
Living paycheck to paycheck.  You are not alone! Over one third of the country is living paycheck to paycheck and dipping into debt. Discover 21 frugal hacks that can help you save more money

Saving money doesn’t mean you have to cut out everything you love. It’s more about choosing what matters to you, then letting go of things that aren’t worth it. Frugal living isn’t a punishment; it’s a way to choose your priorities and enjoy what you have. I’ve watched friends stress over every dollar, thinking they had to give up coffee, dinners out, or simple pleasures. But the real shift comes with small, daily choices that add up over time (like learning to cook at home or swapping one streaming service for another). Dave Ramsey’s Baby Steps break this down into clear actions. For many, these steps feel like a real plan instead of another list of financial “rules.” There’s a difference between feeling deprived and feeling in control, and I noticed that when I started following a plan, my stress about money dropped. Living with purpose and having a guide can give you back that sense of freedom and confidence—something that’s easy to forget when you’re just trying to make ends meet.

If you’re curious about smart ways to stretch your money, you’ve probably heard the name Dave Ramsey. He’s built a reputation on straight talk and simple steps anyone can use, whether you’re drowning in debt or just want to build better habits. His advice isn’t full of fluff; it’s direct, practical, and has helped millions regain control of their finances.

If you want a super simple way to keep more money in your pocket—frugal living is your best choice. Saving money doesn’t have to mean giving up everything fun or counting your spare change in the couch cushions. With some clever changes to your daily habits, it’s easy to cut costs, stick to your budget, and learn to live beneath your means. Here are 50 frugal living tips for beginners that actually work.