Money

What’s the worst? Weight gain or debt?

March 14, 2012

Gracious! A new survey says that 78 percent of adults would rather gain 10 pounds than take on $10,000 of debt! The Yahoo!Health and Reader’s Digest survey also found that 46 percent of adults would, if given the choice, opt for a 50-pound weight increase instead of gaining debt. The survey asked 2,000 women and [...]

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Frugal and Fab iPad Cases

March 9, 2012

Hey Frugs! With all the buzz about the new “iPad 3″ and the debate on whether or not you should buy the latest iPad or save $100 or more and purchase the iPad 2 instead, you can’t forget to invest in fabulous protection for your device. Here are five fabulously frugal iPad cases to keep [...]

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Buy the More Affordable iPad 2 or Latest Version iPad “3?”

March 9, 2012

Help! I’ve wanted an iPad for a few months now. I am traveling at least once a month for work and I often do presentations explaining what I do as a professional Frugalista. I even redesigned this site so that it would fit nicely on a tablet screen. I know that tablets are the future [...]

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Could You Live Without Spending Money?

February 29, 2012

Happy Last Day of No-Buy Month!! Seriously, I’m ready for it to go, and this Leap Year is not making it any easier! I’ve spent the month of February trying to be a good little saver, cooking at home, not buying clothes. Meh! Saint, I ain’t! I’m sure my wallet is happy, but I would [...]

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7 Strategic Debt Pay Off Tips!

February 28, 2012

Hi Frugalistas! If you are a person who is struggling with debt, I wanted to share these inspirational tips from one of my Facebook group members, Donna. She slayed $15,000 worth of credit card debt in two years! Woot! Woot! Credit card debt has garbage ass high interest rates and it’s a HOT MESS to [...]

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The Frugalista Files, Florida Tourism Style!

February 27, 2012

I have fantastic news! I did a video for Visit Florida, the Sunshine State’s tourism website! The Sunshine State is ready to share its frugal and fabulous offerings with the WORLD! Of course, you know I’m all on it!! Please watch the video, like it on the website and on your Facebook pages. Tweet it [...]

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No Buy Month Check In!

February 16, 2012

Hello! How are you holding up with No Buy Month? I’m doing pretty Ok. Here’s what I’ve noticed: The Good Stuff 1) I’ve been taking care of my skin much better. Random right? Normally I don’t make time for a night-time routine, but no more! I make sure to wear my sunscreen every day and [...]

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Happy Affordable Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2012

Hi Frugs! Here are some awesome Valentine’s Day tips for having an affordable one with your loved one! There is something to be said for spending it frugally and fabulously. Money can’t buy happiness, but saving your money can make you rather secure!! Love you all!! Rest in peace, Whitney Houston!!! I love her song, [...]

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Five Ways to Save Money, Right Now!

February 8, 2012

This is a post that I ran last year. I loved it so much, I just had to give it another run! I showed you my tips, so now show me yours! Hey, Lovelies! Do you want to be frugal and fabulous, right now? No need to worry about long, drawn out programs. Check out [...]

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No-Buy Month in the News!

February 7, 2012

Whooo! How is it going with No-Buy-Month? I’m hanging in there. I miss shopping a wee bit. Everything else, I’m cruising along pretty well! So I wanted to shout out some articles that have mentioned No-Buy Month! I am super excited that the saving fever is getting the shine it deserves! BTW: I will be [...]

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