Finance “experts” often tell you to cut down on expenses at home, but they rarely have any useful advice on how to do it. Rather than give you the usual advice, today I am giving you specific steps …
The Economics of Cutting the Cord
I got rid of my cable in January, 2010. It was a liberating and awesome moment. Cutting the cord is one of the easiest ways to save on home expenses. But when I tell people, they ask, "what about …
How to Fix a Leaky Shower Head
This weekend, I had a small plumbing issue that needed attention. People often pay $100 just for a plumber to walk in the door. I was able to fix my own leaky shower head and save the money. I …
Start Planning Your Home Summer Maintenance Projects
Thank goodness spring is upon us! While this winter wasn't quite as harsh as last year's (for those of us in West Michigan anyway), I was still very much ready to see more sunshine and less snow. …
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How My Family of Five Keeps Its Grocery Bill Under $500 per Month
I often get asked how my family is able to keep our grocery bill so low. We have a family of five and are able to easily stay within our budget of $475 per month, often with some left over at the end …
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Should You DIY?
Have you ever tackled any Do-It-Yourself projects? I bought a foreclosed house in 2011 and had never before done any sort of construction work on my own. But, thanks to YouTube and my new-found …
3 Great Ways to Bring the Tailgate Party Home
October is one of my favorite months of year for many reasons. From the cooling temperatures to the proximity of the holidays I really enjoy this month. Most importantly, I love October because the …
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5 Ways to Save Money and the Environment This Summer
Every summer, people around the world see their utility bills rise as they turn on air conditioners and start watering lawns. It isn’t hard to see why costs go up, but it only takes a few small steps …
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3 Simple Ways to Save Money on Your Lawn Care this Summer
It may be only mid-May, but the dogs days of summer are not far from us. That means a number of things, but what it means for us is working on in our yard. We have been homeowners for six years now …
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4 Simple Ways to Make Money Through Spring Cleaning
It’s official, springtime has arrived. From going on evening walks to gardening, there can be many things to look forward to with spring. My family and I live in the Midwest and the opportunity to …
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