Credit cards often get a bad rap, but they can actually be quite helpful. Especially if you’re trying to build your credit, or conveniently purchase something before you have the all the funds for it. The key is knowing both the benefits of credit cards and cons, so you can make an educated decision. How…
A couponing class can be a great way to take your savings skills to the next level. Of course, you can certainly learn a lot about couponing from blogs and books. In fact, I hope that this blog provides you with enough helpful information that you are already confident in your grocery coupon skills. Nevertheless,…
Foodland digital coupons are one of the most convenient ways to save money on groceries. If you are a Foodland shopper, and you aren’t taking advantage of these coupons, then you are missing out. There are two different types of Foodland digital coupons. First, you can go to the site and clip the specific coupons…
Why are YETIs so expensive? No, I’m not talking about the abominable snowman kind. (Although if you find one, it would surely be valuable.) I’m talking about YETI brand, primarily known for their food storage coolers. YETI also makes other items. Their drink tumblers are popular. Furthermore, they offer all sorts of outdoor gear including…
Kroger Groceries was established in the nineteenth century. They began with the motto: “Be particular. Never sell anything you would not want yourself.” The company has grown from one store to more than 2500 locations across 35 US states. Nevertheless, they aim to stick to that motto. They specialize in sustainability. For example, Kroger specializes…
We recently experienced the longest-ever government shutdown in the United States. It cost the economy billions of dollars. If you work for the government, then it likely impacted you personally. Many people went unpaid during the government shutdown. Although they will get back pay, some don’t know when that pay will come through. With so…
I frequently adjust my budget for groceries. Other than rent, groceries typically take up the bulk of my budget. Therefore, if I can reduce my grocery budget, I can increase my savings. However, I never seem to settle on a good budget for groceries. It is a constantly evolving dilemma. That said, I’ve learned a…
I remember one time when I had to take kids grocery shopping with me. I was working at a group home. It was my job to purchase a big haul of groceries. There weren’t enough staff members on duty to leave all of the kids at the house. Therefore, I took three of them with…
I’ve been trying to figure out where to buy clipped coupons. After all, if someone else can clip the coupons and send them to me, it saves me a lot of time. Saving time can also mean saving money. Therefore, it can make financial sense to purchase pre-clipped coupons in some cases. That said, you…
What qualities make people spend less on groceries? According to new research, one trait is a strong religious foundation. Moreover, anyone who is exposed to religious messages before going to the grocery store will be likely to spend less. That’s true even if they don’t consider themselves to be particularly religious. Background on the Research…