By Dana Prince on Oct 9, 2008 in Budgeting Tips, coupons | 1 Comment
Using the envelope system (or money jar budgeting system) for your budget is a wise idea. Using the same system for money saving coupons is also a great idea! Take a few envelopes or a small purse-sized accordion file (I bought mine at the dollar store) and organize your coupons.
Before you go grocery shopping, consider [...]
By Dana Prince on Sep 21, 2008 in Budgeting Tips, Free Stuff, coupons | 0 Comments
The internet is a great source of money saving tips and advice. If you’re in Canada, here are two great resources for you:
1. Great Canadian Forum. Formerly Canadian Freebies and Stuff. This forum is filled with useful tips and freebies, contests and free samples information for Canadians. I’ve signed up with all sorts of free [...]
By Dana Prince on Sep 17, 2008 in Budgeting Tips, Money Jar Budget Advice, coupons | 0 Comments
When you spend a lot of money on groceries but find you haven’t got enough to feed the family for two weeks it can be frustrating. This happens with lack of planning. Spending thirty minutes a week planning meals, making a shopping list and clipping coupons can do more than save you money, it can [...]