We’re always hearing how expensive it is to bring up a baby but this doesn’t have to be the case. You can afford that baby. If you’re thrifty and willing to compromise, there’s no need to blow the budget when your new arrival joins the family. Here are some tips on how to save money … … Continue reading
If you celebrate Christmas, you probably decorate one or more trees and display them in your home, shop or place of business. Do you use artificial trees or live cut real ones? Do you wonder which is better – financially and ecologically? According to a New York Times article last December, there are a bunch of … … Continue reading
Hanging out with friends doesn’t need to be expensive, and you can still have a good deal of fun on the cheap. If you’ve previously been feeling that you need to decline social invitations because you don’t have the cash to fritter away, stop hiding away! Here are some tips for spending time with friends … … Continue reading
Are your shopping habits saving you money? If not, it’s time to learn some tricks on how to become a more frugal shopper! Stick to a list. It sounds incredibly obvious but you’d be surprised how many people go shopping without making a list first. As well as increasing the chances that you’ll let your guard … … Continue reading
There’s no denying it—“going green” is what’s in style. From reusable grocery bags to energy saving appliances, everywhere you look there’s a new product designed to help conserve the environment. But while the intention is good, some of these alternatives can actually result in very thing consumers are trying to avoid: harm to the environment. … … Continue reading
Cutting back on how much water you use doesn’t just do your wallet a favour – it’s also better for the environment. Using less water reduces the strain on bodies of water and conserves. Here are some tips for cutting your water consumption in the home. In General Switch to a water meter. If you don’t have … … Continue reading