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Hope you’re staying healthy and safe.

It’s been a busy end of May and beginning of June for us. 

Car Buying:

We’re looking for a “New Car”. Really a used mini-van (we're downsizing from a 12 passenger van - now that all the kids are gone). We're having trouble finding one that meets our search criteria. We’ve never had a car payment, and we’ve always purchased cars from individuals … not a dealer. 

We’ll let you know how it turns out.

 

House Buying: 

Our daughter Becky and husband Nolan just bought a house … their first. And they’ve asked us along with Nolan’s parents to help them get it ready for them to move in. We’re all excited for them and glad to help. They’ve helped us out with so many projects we’re happy to be able to return the favor.

 

Garden Growing:

Annette’s been busy planting and caring for the things she’s growing. Our fig trees are producing delicious figs. We’re waiting for our grapes to get ripe and we’re enjoying the last pieces of fruit from our citrus trees. 
This is her summer squash (3 different varieties) and Armenian cucumber bed.

 

This summer is a great time to save money and we’ve got 7 more ways for you to save in this newsletter. Keep reading.

 

Hope you save a boodle!

We’re making frugal fun!


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9 Garage Sale Shopping Tips:

Roadmap To Yard Sale Treasure Hunting.

 

 

Are you looking for some garage sale shopping tips to help you find killer deals the next time you go out treasure hunting?

If you’re going to spend a day driving around and looking for garage sale treasures, try these 7 tips to make your time Garage Sale treasure hunting more profitable (and less expensive).

Read More And See our Top 5 Apps and Websites for Finding Great Sales


 

Why You Should Adopt a Pet
Rather Than Buy One

 

We think you should adopt a pet rather than buy one for several reasons. Learn how to find the best pet and get the best deal when you adopt it.

Are your kids asking you to adopt a pet for your family? Or are your kids grown and you want a furry friend as a companion?

Many people think pet adoption is an expensive luxury. But don’t panic! Actually, getting and keeping a pet doesn’t have to cost as much as you think!

Read More 



 


Organic Food on a Budget

11 Ways to Save Money & Stay Healthy

 

 

Are you looking for ways to eat healthier organic food on a budget? Have you ever asked, “How can I save money on organic food?”

We are always asked about how to save money on organics every time we do a grocery seminar or take phone calls during a radio interview on grocery savings.

Organic Food Does Usually Cost More

Organic food products, on average, cost 50 percent more than standard foods. But you could end up spending 100 percent more, especially on dairy products and meat.

Learn How We Save on Organic Food 


 

Lactose Intolerance Pills

Costco Lactase vs Lactaid® which is Best?

 

Searching for the best lactose intolerance pills? Are you wanting a cheaper option that really works?

Have you tried different solutions for your digestive issues?

We've tried a number of natural and pill solutions for lactose intolerance.

We also did an in-depth comparison with Costco Lactase (Kirkland) or Lactaid brand pills. You'll be surprised by what we found. 

Get the Details Here


 

Teens & Credit

How to Establish A Good Credit Score
as a Teenager

 

Are you wanting to help your teenager establish a good credit score?

Teenagers & Credit Scores is a great topic to be concerned about. 

Raising money-smart teens is more than just teaching our kids to work and earn and save and spend carefully. 

We need to teach teens the ins and outs of borrowing money and being smart about credit.

Read More 


 


Piling UpBills Keep

How Can We Earn More &
Cut Expenses?

 

 
Are you struggling with your bills piling up?

What can a family do if they’re struggling to make ends meet each month? School, tuition, uniforms, back taxes, rent – the bills just keep piling up?

We’ve got 18 things you can do starting today to get caught up with your bills.

Read More 


 

Arby’s Roast Beef Sandwich:

Get Your Money’s Worth

 

If you want to know how much an Arby’s Roast Beef sandwich is supposed to weigh, just read our story.

What would you do if you got 30% less than you paid for?

We got “ripped off,” but got it resolved quickly.

We had just completed a Once-A-Month cooking day (website subscribers can read more here) where Annette (with help from the rest of us) prepares between 10 and 17 dinner meals which we store in the freezer for use later in the month.

Read the Rest of the Story 


 

Recipe: Refreshing
Pineapple Lemonade

 

Words can't describe how refreshing and different this punch recipe is. When we first heard about it, we thought, oh (yawn) another lemonade recipe. How wrong we were. This is lemonade with attitude - it's got spunk and sparkle - and lots of flavor. You've got to try it.

Get the recipe and a printable .pdf here 

 


 

Landscape and Gardening Money-Saving Tip Page

 

 

Our Landscaping & Gardening Page contains several frugal money-saving tips for making your home more beautiful and to help you to grow more wonderful things!

Get the Tips Here 


   

Recipes: 16 Best Dessert Recipes

Tasty, Delicious & Easy to Make!

 

 

These are family favorite dessert recipes that Annette has gathered from family and friends. All have been taste-tested and pass with flying colors. We think you will enjoy them too.

Oh boy … just thinking about Chocolate Lava Cake or Orange Cranberry Bundt cake gets our mouths watering.

Get the Recipes Here

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