Comments on: Save It: Part 2

By: Lindsey

Lindsey — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 21:55:06 +0000

One way I definitely save money is by not having an internet or cable setup. Instead of paying a certain amount of money to use either, I use free WIFI in places that offer it which gives me the chance to catch up on any tv I may want to see as well. Also if it’s something I can’t do at my home, like using a printer, I’ll save it and take care of it at work. It’s nice not having another bill to worry about!

By: Janet Murphy

Janet Murphy — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 14:36:28 +0000

When we moved out to a rural location we never had a landline installed because our internet had to be cellular (no cable or DSL out here) we decided the extra cost or monthly bill wasn’t worth it, since we both already had cell phones. I upped my cell package to include long distance (all our families live away). But the best part is since we have two kids in elementary school, I never have to worry that someone tried to reach me while I am away from the house. So that is peace of mind on top of the savings. Love it!

By: Rachel

Rachel — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:09:01 +0000

wow!! im just now going thru all your saving tips post (i started with the baby saving post) this is so encouraging. just last night i was feeling super overwhelmed about how people do it. i feel like if im saving somewhere im over spending somewhere else… these tips are great thank you guys!!

By: YoungHouseLove

YoungHouseLove — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:37:05 +0000

Hey KB,

We’ve blogged our hearts out on this subject, so we hope that our How To page’s Money Category will be of help for ya. Just click the How To tab under our header and scroll down to find the money category and click all those links to hopefully find a few handy tips. Oh and don’t forget to read the comments from our frugal readers- they have so many amazing ideas for saving some loot! Good luck!

xo,
s

By: KB

KB — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:28:21 +0000

Hi youngsters! I absolutely love your blog – and these “life tips” are my favorite kind of posts! Sherry, I know you’re from NJ, so you’re aware of how freakin’ expensive home ownership is here – between house prices (even in this economy!) and property taxes (close to $10K for a very modest abode!) – my husband and I are very nervous about taking the plunge. We share your frugal mentality, and try to live ultra cheaply – but when cost of living is so high, it’s hard to feel like we’re succeeding! Our ultimate goals are home ownership (within the year) and for me to stay at home once we have children, and I was wondering if you had any tips, given our locale. This could apply to anywhere that has a high cost of living. We’ve actually even thought of relocating (hubs is from VA), but when cost of living goes down, salary does too, and we’re not sure we’d be beating the odds. Sorry for this super long comment…I just really value your philosophy, and would appreciate any input you may have! Oh, and I think you’ve also mentioned having multiple kids and staying in your house long-term even though it’s your first house – any thoughts on your strategy for that would be welcome too. We’d love to have 3 or 4 children, but doing that in a 3-bedroom house (probably the only kind we can afford right now) seems impossible. We often ponder whether the “10 year plan” is a profitable one, or if we should try to buy our “family house” now – a daunting prospect! Thanks in advance!

By: Ange

Ange — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:46:41 +0000

Hi there! We have definitely been trying out #6 and putting everything under the microscope. Having had our 3rd child last year, we are really trying to curb the spending & stretch our dollars further. More selfishly I am trying to stay an at home Mum as long as possible, so with our eldest starting school as well this year stretching dollars is important. We both have cell phones, hubs is paid for by work so even more reason to utilise it..we cancelled our land line. While we spent alot of time considering this before making it happen, the most unexpected fallout was our relatives complaining. No-one wants to call our cells. Even my sister who is with the same phone company as me (can call me for free) but it was all about inconvenience for her. We had to remove the emotions and remind ourselves what the bigger picture was all about, and left everyone to deal with their own issues. Phew! Stick to your guns penny pinchers you will reap the rewards.

By: YoungHouseLove

YoungHouseLove — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 15:04:19 +0000

Great tip Nicole! Thanks for sharing.

xo,
s

By: Nicole

Nicole — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 14:57:34 +0000

Another great idea for starting seeds — save your eggshells from breakfast. Yep, don’t throw away the shells, but use them to start your garden. Fill the 1/2 shell about 2/3 of the way with a little potting soil (or soil from your compost!) and plant your seed right in. And you can use your now-empty egg carton to hold everything upright until planting. Once the seeds sprout and grow to the desired planting height, just crack the shell a bit (to speed up the break-down process) and plant the whole rig. The shell provides nutrients to the soil as well as housing your seedling. AND you don’t have to shell out for those fancy starter kits! Bonus!

By: Viv

Viv — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:49:38 +0000

Have one of two high quality microwavable lunch storage containers available. At night when you dish up dinner, fill a container to take to work for lunch. This helps in two ways. First of all, you save on lunch (I made it all the way through last year without one purchased lunch!) and second, there are no second helpings available or leftovers to munch on while you are cleaning the kitchen.

By: YoungHouseLove

YoungHouseLove — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 19:17:24 +0000

Hey Elaine,

Yup, we’re doing very well with the mortgage. It takes discipline but we’re determined! Our recent refinancing really helped us get ahead as well so we’re super excited to someday live mortgage free…

xo,
s