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What Not to Buy at Garage Sales

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 07 May 2013 13:28:15 +0000

Garage sales are great. You can find some serious deals, but did you know there are certain things you should never buy at a garage sale? There are obvious no nos like underwear, but did you know you shouldn’t buy swimwear or wetsuits at a garage sale? Obviously, things that hug your body and nether [...]

How to Repurpose Things Around the House

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 01 May 2013 13:31:54 +0000

If you’re like me, sometimes when you go out shopping and see something you just have to have, you don’t know how you’re going to use it, but you know there’s a use for it somewhere, here are a few ways to use those things. Do you have a serving tray? Me either. When guests [...]

Where to Score High End Clothes on a Budget

Jen Jacobs — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:30:25 +0000

The weather appears to be getting warmer and that means going through your old clothes and finding things to wear for spring. Maybe you’ve lost weight and the old clothes don’t fit or you’re just bored with your fashion routine. Here are a few new online shopping destinations to go to to score designer duds for a steal.

How to Make Your Groceries Last Longer

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:31:24 +0000

You probably go to the grocery store once a week, or once every two weeks. Then, when you go to use produce, how angry are you when you pull it out of the fridge and it’s spoiled? Here are a few ways to keep your produce fresh. Onions Now that warmer weather is (hopefully) on [...]

How to Take a Big Vacation on a Small Budget

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:33:40 +0000

If you’re like everyone else around here and are ready to escape the snow and cold, but are worried about how much it’s going to cost, not to worry. Here are a few tips on how to take a big vacation on a small budget. Have you ever bought anything on ebay or in a [...]

How to Fall Asleep Naturally [VIDEO]

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:30:55 +0000

Not a fan of taking sleeping pills because you’re afraid you won’t wake up in the morning? Me too. Here are a few ways to fall asleep the natural way. I get very keyed up during the day and sometimes I have a difficult time falling asleep at night. I gave up caffeinated coffee and [...]

Best Travel Products

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 13:36:14 +0000

Whether by car or by plane, here are some of the best travel products. Get Some Zzzzs Feeling sleepy? Don’t pay $8 for a pillow and threadbare blanket on your flight. Check out the TravelRest Pillow. It’s $25.95 but it’s worth every penny. You sling it over your shoulder and attach it to your seatbelt. [...]

Bad Mood Foods

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:02:01 +0000

Tired? Bloated? Irritable? It may be what you’re eating. Here are a few “bad mood foods” to avoid if you’re feeling grouchy. This first one just kills me. I love potato chips. Old Dutch Rip-L-Chips with a tub of Top the Tater…is there anything better? Well, potato chips are usually fried and soaked in oils [...]

What to Buy in March

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 14:26:39 +0000

It’s almost payday and there’s a lot of month left. Here’s what you should be buying in March. It may not seem like it, but spring is almost here. In fact, it’s 13 days away. Here’s what you should be snapping up to get the most bang for your buck this month. Going on spring [...]

Easy Ways to Save Money on Food

Jen Jacobs — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:27:29 +0000

I am not a fan of grocery shopping. You may as well just eat the money. Or throw it in the garbage because those are the two places it’s going anyway, so if there are ways to save money at the grocery store, I’m all over it. Here’s what I found. This isn’t a new [...]

How to Tell if She Wants You to Propose

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:25:48 +0000

Valentine’s Day is now nine days away and it’s a big day for getting engaged. If you haven’t already picked up the bling and aren’t sure if she wants you to ask, here are a few ways to tell she wants you to ask. All of her friends are getting married and “it’s just, like, [...]

What to Buy in January

Jen Jacobs — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:24:21 +0000

If you still have money left over after Christmas, or your Christmas money is burning a hole in your pocket, here are a few things you should be buying before the end of the month. Are you looking to spruce up your bedroom or the guest bedroom? White sales are all over the place right [...]

Ways to Shop Smarter

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 14:22:08 +0000

If you’re still hanging on to your resolution to save more money, here are a few ways to shop smarter and keep the cash in your pocket. Even if you aren’t technologically advanced, check out these apps and websites that are easy to use that can save you money, time and hassle. Springpad Springpad helps [...]

Things That Will Cost Less in 2013

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 14:23:19 +0000

Normally as the years pass, the prices for things go up. Here are somethings that will actually cost us less this year. Big Electronics Are you in the market for a laptop, TV, or digital camera? Good news! The cost of technology related products are projected to shrink in 2013. The author of the book, [...]

How to Save More Money in 2013

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 14:16:24 +0000

I have never really made New Year's resolutions because I always felt like you can make a new start any day of the year, but 2013 is going to be different. In addition to keeping my handbag clean, I also want to save money, so here are a few ways to save some money without having to give up little extras.

Smart Last Minute Christmas Gifts

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 14:30:22 +0000

At this time of the year, everything you want to buy is going to be too expensive, the wrong size or have any number of other things wrong with it, but there are a few last minute gifts that don’t look cheap or thoughtless. You have a fashionista on your list and you just aren’t [...]

How to Find "Me Time" This Christmas

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:30:33 +0000

You’re doing group shopping outings, cleaning, spending time with family and friends, wrapping presents and cooking for everyone but yourself. Here’s how to spend some quality time alone over the holidays. Group shopping outings or shopping and lunch with your sisters or best friends is always a good time, but schedule some shopping time with [...]

Fun Gift Ideas For The "Hard To Buy For" Guy In Your Life

Mark Alan — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:47:00 +0000

The hard to buy for guy in your life can be easier than you think.

What Should I Buy For My Man?

Jen Jacobs — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 14:20:31 +0000

One of the most difficult gifts to find is one for Glen. I don’t want to just buy him another dress shirt or sweater. He has plenty of both, so I started Google-ing around and found some cool gift ideas for guys. A lot of men don’t like to spend money on themselves. They like [...]

How to Avoid Holiday Money Mistakes

Jen Jacobs — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 14:21:54 +0000

This can be a very expensive time of the year and if you’re not careful, it’s easy to overspend. Here are a few ways to avoid making money mistakes and hopefully how to start 2013 off on the right foot. It’s so easy to overspend. Especially on little kids. The clothes are so cute. The [...]