Quinoa with Pecans and Raisins
Quinoa is good stuff. It is super good for you (it’s a superfood, gluten free and a complete protein). If you have not tried it you really should. That said, I think it is an acquired taste. It has...
View ArticleSeven Simple Ways to Make De-Cluttering Fun
So we all know that being organized saves us money, right? When we can find what we need we don’t spend money to re-buy the item. Plus you never know what items you’ll uncover that you can sell for...
View Article“Cheesy” Taco Popcorn (Tastes like Doritos!)
I like to make popcorn for my girls lunches, its super cheap and I don’t have to worry about any funky ingredients I don’t want them to have. I decided to make this “Cheesy” Taco Popcorn in order to...
View ArticleSecrets to Getting the Lowest Price on Airline Tickets
Flying is a necessary part for many people who want to take a vacation. If you’re not careful, though, airline flights can easily eat up a huge part of your budget. The airline industry can be very...
View Article8 Tricks to Get Yourself to Save More Money
Everyone wants to see big numbers in their savings accounts, but few want to put in the work it takes to get there. Saving more money doesn’t have to be difficult or a huge sacrifice. These eight...
View ArticlePear Chips with Cinnamon
I love making fruit and vegetable chips and it seems that you guys like them, too! The most popular post on FFD is my Salt and Pepper Zucchini Chips recipe (it has over 100,000 Pins on Pinterest) and...
View ArticleOrganic Gardening for Pennies: 3 Recipes to Get You Started
Spring is in the air, and you may have been itching to get to your local gardening center to stock up on flowers, plants, grass seed, and all of the fixings for a beautiful yard! Nothing is more...
View ArticleHow to Build an Emergency Fund Quickly
If you follow any financial gurus like Dave Ramsey, you know that an emergency fund is one of the most important parts of your financial well-being. But if you struggle to survive paycheck to paycheck,...
View Article7 Frugal Ways to Feed a Large Family
If you have a large family, planning and preparing meals can be expensive. You do not have to break the bank, however, just because you have a large family. Here are seven tips that can help you reduce...
View Article7 Things You are Wasting Money On
Do you think you are saving money? You clip coupons; you set a budget. You even shop by your grocery list, to the letter. Chances are, you could still be saving money. Here is a list of 7 things you...
View ArticleThe Money Mistakes Happy Couples Always Avoid
No one is perfect, and in even the happiest relationships, people make mistakes. The most common mistakes couples make involve money. Finances can be stressful for you and your partner. Avoiding these...
View Article5 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Money
For many parents, the money talk is almost as feared as the birds and the bees talk. It is also an important talk to have with your children. Just as your children figure out that someone helps a baby...
View ArticleHow to Take a Debt Free Vacation
You want to take your family on a nice vacation, but you do not like the idea of having to pay it off at credit-card interest rates. You can take a vacation, even a fancy one, without going into debt....
View ArticleEasy Steps for DIY Yard Care
With spring kicking into full gear and winter feeling like a distant memory, it is that time to do some seasonal maintenance in your yard. Spring cleaning and sprucing now can make your job this summer...
View Article6 Ways for Millennials to Live Frugally
The economy is getting better – so we’re told. Unfortunately, many Millennials are not feeling that in their wallets and bank accounts. Others are looking at the plight of their parents, stuck working...
View ArticleUnique Summer (and Beyond) Jobs for Teens
Have a teen looking for a job this summer? Finding a job’s not always easy and he might want some flexibly for activities like sports. And when your teen starts her own business she might find she has...
View ArticleClever Tips On Using Brown Bananas
It’s inevitable. You buy a big bunch of bananas on sale and half of them go brown. Instead of being bummed, maybe you should celebrate because there is all sorts of good things you can do with those...
View ArticleDon’t Let it ZAP Your Pocketbook! 15 Ways to Lower Your Electric Bill
It depends on where you live but the summer can bring on BIG electric bills.. Lowering your electric bill is easy when following the simple tips below. 1. Use natural lighting. Open the blinds and...
View ArticleHow to Celebrate Birthdays without Breaking the Bank
A big birthday is coming up, and you have a lot of planning to do. You are looking at your budget, and wondering how many months you’ll be paying for the celebration. Instead of breaking the bank,...
View Article7 Steps You Can Take to Retire a Millionaire
Not everyone can become a millionaire overnight, but everyone can save up enough money to retire – if you are diligent and disciplined in your savings plan. Saving for retirement can be hard,...
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