Today it has been exactly one month since the winter season began. With two months still left of freezing cold weather, it is hard to believe that the stores are already starting to stock the aisles with their spring collection. So what does this mean for us, their valued customer? Clearance! Clearance! Clearance! It is a great time to stock up for sizes and Seasons Ahead!
Family Value Tidbit - Whether you are a brand name shopper or a large retailer customer, it is time to shop clearance. With item's 50% to 75% off, it is a great time to stock up on your children's sizes for next year. Think back to the beginning of this season and all the items that you had to purchase to keep your child warm this winter. It's all on Clearance right now! Jacket's, Hat's, Glove's, Sweater's, slippers, boots, snow suits, winter PJ's, sneakers and the list goes on and on.
(I bought two pair of leather sneakers for $9.00 today at Target)
With a little time and effort you can really get a bargain and stock up for the Seasons Ahead!
Extra Tidbit - Some of the Best Stores to find clothes deals right now are Target, Toys-R-Us, Babies-R-Us, Disney Store, Children's Place and large department stores. Go directly to the clearance section and have in mind what it is your looking for. Make a list so that you don't splurge too much on all the really unnecessary cute stuff.
Extra Extra Tidbit - I know that most of us are sick of shopping and are up to our eyes with bills, but it is a good time to think about next Christmas. If you buy for a lot of people during the season, you should think about buying them clothes and winter accessories for next Christmas. Get them now for a steal and store them away. It is also a great time to buy toys. If you know what you might like, see if it's on sale. It may be a pain now, but you will be grateful next year when your work is much less and there is more money in your pocket.
Great Christmas Stock is still on sale on the Stores Websites. Some good ones to check out are Pottery Barn, Crate and Barrel, Williams and Sonoma, Pier One, Disney Store.
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Thursday, January 21, 2010
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Payoff
In our house I try to be as resourceful as I can. I am always trying new strategies to make or save some money. I feel that not taking advantage of all my resources is a waste. This does take some time and planning, but it does Payoff in the end.
Tidbit - My basement is full of stuff and every year my children grow out of things and get new things so I try to be resourceful with their old things. I sell it on Craigslist.com. Last year I made close to $500 and I already made $40 this year. I have sold Baby Items, Toys and Appliances. It is silly just to throw it out when you can make some money with little effort. Most of any conversation between you and the buyer is online and if you are nervous then make sure you have someone with you when you make the sale. You make more money on bigger items then you would at a yard sale and you can do it all year long for Free. If you have any questions, ask me in my comment section and I will give you some tips.
Extra Tidbit - If you don't recycle your bottles or use coupons you are wasting money. Coupons are money and so are bottles and cans. It takes very little time and effort to utilize these resources. I keep a bag in the closet near my kitchen and I put any empty bottles and cans in them. When the bag is full I return them. I make a couple of dollars each time which doesn't seem like much but in a years time it's a bill payment.
I watched the Coupon Mom buy $100 dollars worth of groceries for .25 cents. I have not mastered this technique, but I am intrigued by it. I do look at coupons now as Free Money. And with a little time and effort we could be getting a $100 dollars worth of groceries for free. That's some Payoff.
Decorating Tidbit - I have a section in the basement that has all kinds of decorating items. Such as vases, candle holders, some seasonal items and other decor that I have received as either gifts or that are the result of a room change. I use these things when a room starts to feel a little stale and I feel the need for some change. It's like shopping in my basement. You find things that you forgot that you had. It's not drastic but it refreshes me and the room, and it's Free.
Tidbit - My basement is full of stuff and every year my children grow out of things and get new things so I try to be resourceful with their old things. I sell it on Craigslist.com. Last year I made close to $500 and I already made $40 this year. I have sold Baby Items, Toys and Appliances. It is silly just to throw it out when you can make some money with little effort. Most of any conversation between you and the buyer is online and if you are nervous then make sure you have someone with you when you make the sale. You make more money on bigger items then you would at a yard sale and you can do it all year long for Free. If you have any questions, ask me in my comment section and I will give you some tips.
Extra Tidbit - If you don't recycle your bottles or use coupons you are wasting money. Coupons are money and so are bottles and cans. It takes very little time and effort to utilize these resources. I keep a bag in the closet near my kitchen and I put any empty bottles and cans in them. When the bag is full I return them. I make a couple of dollars each time which doesn't seem like much but in a years time it's a bill payment.
I watched the Coupon Mom buy $100 dollars worth of groceries for .25 cents. I have not mastered this technique, but I am intrigued by it. I do look at coupons now as Free Money. And with a little time and effort we could be getting a $100 dollars worth of groceries for free. That's some Payoff.
Decorating Tidbit - I have a section in the basement that has all kinds of decorating items. Such as vases, candle holders, some seasonal items and other decor that I have received as either gifts or that are the result of a room change. I use these things when a room starts to feel a little stale and I feel the need for some change. It's like shopping in my basement. You find things that you forgot that you had. It's not drastic but it refreshes me and the room, and it's Free.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Family Value
As a mother of five boys, it is good to know the deals in my area. I am always looking for ways to save a buck or two. Money goes quickly and no matter what your household income is, it is always good to keep more in the bank while you have some fun with your family. Now that's what I call a Family Value!
Tidbit - Most of the people that will ever read this blog live in my area. Here are some Great Deals that I have found. The Fun Pass, This is a booklet of coupons for attractions in MA and NH. Most deals include buy one adult admission and get a child under 12 free. Some attractions are Edaville Railroad, Storyland, Water Country, Davis Farmland and many more. If your family ski's, there are ski's passes also. It cost's $25 dollars, but it pays for itself if you use it. The coupons can be ordered online and the coupons must remain in the booklet at the time of use. The 2010 Fun Pass has just come out in December and it is good for one year.
Extra Tidbit - Going out to eat can be expensive for a family. But in my house, we love to go out to eat. Here are some Great Deals in MA.
Fuddruckers - Monday and Tuesday, kids under 12 eat for .99 cents between $pm and 9pm. Check with your local resturant to see if they participate.
Rain Forrest Cafe - Wednesday Night, Kids under 12 eat for $1.99 during the Dinner Menu.
Chunkys Cinema Pub - Kids under 4 get in for Free. And on Tuesday Nights after 5pm you recieve one Free kids meal when one adult entree is purchased. Dinner and a Movie at a Great Deal!
Extra Extra Tidbit - Entertainment Books are now out for 2010. They have great Deals inside for resturants, Fast Food, and stores. Also if your a AAA Member you can receive discounts at Payless and Target.com
www.breathenh.org
www.chunkys.com
www.entertainment.com
www.AAA.com
Tidbit - Most of the people that will ever read this blog live in my area. Here are some Great Deals that I have found. The Fun Pass, This is a booklet of coupons for attractions in MA and NH. Most deals include buy one adult admission and get a child under 12 free. Some attractions are Edaville Railroad, Storyland, Water Country, Davis Farmland and many more. If your family ski's, there are ski's passes also. It cost's $25 dollars, but it pays for itself if you use it. The coupons can be ordered online and the coupons must remain in the booklet at the time of use. The 2010 Fun Pass has just come out in December and it is good for one year.
Extra Tidbit - Going out to eat can be expensive for a family. But in my house, we love to go out to eat. Here are some Great Deals in MA.
Fuddruckers - Monday and Tuesday, kids under 12 eat for .99 cents between $pm and 9pm. Check with your local resturant to see if they participate.
Rain Forrest Cafe - Wednesday Night, Kids under 12 eat for $1.99 during the Dinner Menu.
Chunkys Cinema Pub - Kids under 4 get in for Free. And on Tuesday Nights after 5pm you recieve one Free kids meal when one adult entree is purchased. Dinner and a Movie at a Great Deal!
Extra Extra Tidbit - Entertainment Books are now out for 2010. They have great Deals inside for resturants, Fast Food, and stores. Also if your a AAA Member you can receive discounts at Payless and Target.com
www.breathenh.org
www.chunkys.com
www.entertainment.com
www.AAA.com
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