Money Saving Mom® » Earning & Managing Money

“Before the pandemic there were multiple coupon websites. Do you know if they are still in existence? If yes, what are your favorites?” -a reader While it might surprise you, I rarely use pri...

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A few months ago, I asked on my Facebook Page for people to share one “weird” thing they do to save money. I loved reading the responses and compiled a list of some of my favorites — and so...

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There are so many creative ways to cut your budget! One easy way is to simply not pay for things that aren’t necessary. Check out these fun ideas! (And get even more ideas over here.) A while b...

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“How do you look at what you already have in your freezer/pantry and figure out what meals you should make? I have many items in my pantry and freezer but it’s a bit overwhelming, so I feel l...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-i-reverse-meal-plan/

Since many of you have recently signed up for an Amazon Prime trial in order to get the deals for Prime Day, you may be wondering, “Is it worth it to pay for an Amazon Prime subscription?” I ...

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Looking for unique ways to make money from home? Apply with VIPKID to be a teacher from the comfort of your own home! Psst! Looking for more ways to earn? Check out these Easy Ways to Save & Mak...

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Looking for unique ways to earn a part-time income from home? Apply to teach with EF Education First! {Psst! Be sure to check out these 10 Easy Ways to Save Money & Make Money at Home!} WooHoo! E...

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I’ve heard from so many of you over the last few years who have said, “I want to lower my grocery bill, but I can’t shop like you do.” Maybe you don’t have a Kroger, or you don’t have...

https://moneysavingmom.com/my-110-shopping-trip-at-aldi-im-trying-something-new-this-week/

Often, on Instagram Stories, I’ll share what we’re having for dinner that night. Occasionally, some of our meals will be meatless (breakfast for dinner, mac & cheese, etc.) When I post these ...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-to-get-your-family-to-eat-meatless-meals/

We have a teen who is earning money various ways and starting first part-time job. We want to teach her budgeting. Putting money into a car, college, clothing etc. Do you have any suggestions of ...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-to-teach-your-teens-about-budgeting/

Looking for some unique ways to make money from home? You might want to try an Amazon FBA Business! If you’re interested in making an income from home and you’re looking for ideas, be sure to...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-to-make-money-from-home-with-an-amazon-fba-business/

Have you ever thought about becoming a virtual assistant to earn an income from home? If so, be sure to sign up for this FREE eCourse on How to Become a Virtual Assistant in 9 Easy Steps. In this...

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Looking for creative ways to stretch your budget and earn a little extra? Sign up with Harris Poll Online to earn gift cards for taking surveys! Reader Jessica wrote in with a testimonial abou...

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Thinking of setting up a website or blog? You’ll want to check out this hot offer from Bluehost that only comes around once or twice per year! (This is their Black Friday pricing!) For two da...

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Do you want to grow as a blogger, increase your income, and achieve your blogging dreams? Do you wish you had access to more resources, tutorials, and skill sets? If so, the Genius Blogger’s T...

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I’m currently challenging myself to stick with a $70 grocery budget for our family of five. This includes almost all of our breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and dinners + most household products ...

https://moneysavingmom.com/spent-67-08-groceries-week/

Looking for legitimate survey companies to sign up with? MySurvey is a company that I have used in the past and earned money from. You can redeem your points earned for cash or prizes, and ever...

https://moneysavingmom.com/mysurvey-earn-cash-rewards-taking-surveys-12/

As I told you in yesterday’s Kroger markdowns post, because I’m changing my morning routine, it means I have time to run by the store and shop for markdowns or great deals again in the mor...

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Looking for legitimate survey companies to sign up with? MySurvey is a company that I have used in the past and earned money from. You can redeem your points earned for cash or prizes, and ever...

https://moneysavingmom.com/mysurvey-earn-cash-rewards-taking-surveys-11/

Looking for legitimate survey companies to sign up with? MySurvey is a company that I have used in the past and earned money from. You can redeem your points earned for cash or prizes, and ever...

https://moneysavingmom.com/mysurvey-earn-cash-rewards-taking-surveys-10/

I am super excited to let you know that our latest blogging course, Content Creation 101, launches to the public today! The reason I’m super excited is because this is my favorite blogging cou...

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Looking for legitimate survey companies to sign up with? MySurvey is a company that I have used in the past and earned money from. You can redeem your points earned for cash or prizes, and ever...

https://moneysavingmom.com/mysurvey-earn-cash-rewards-taking-surveys-9/

Looking for legitimate survey companies to sign up with? MySurvey is a company that I have used in the past and earned money from. You can redeem your points earned for cash or prizes, and ever...

https://moneysavingmom.com/mysurvey-earn-cash-rewards-taking-surveys-8/

Sign up for Achievemint to get paid for being healthy! Just create an account, and you’ll earn points for every healthy activity you perform: taking steps, exercising, sleeping, tweeting about ...

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Jesenia at The Latina Homemaker has a great post up on 6 reasons why blogging might not be for you. Here’s a snippet: The other day I was going through some of my old blog posts and I noticed h...

https://moneysavingmom.com/6-reasons-why-blogging-might-not-be-for-you/

Stephanie at Six Figures Under has a great post up on how she became an entrepreneur…and you can too! Here’s a snippet: Being an entrepreneur is in my blood. Growing up I watched my mom use h...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-i-became-an-entrepreneur-and-you-can-too/

Melanie at Gather For Bread has a great post up on how she went from hobby blogger to making an income. Here’s a snippet: I remember that very first day that I made a couple pennies from ad inc...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-i-went-from-being-a-hobby-blogger-to-making-an-income/

Rachel from Smart Mom Smart Ideas has a great post up on 10 creative ways to earn $500 per month from home. Here’s a snippet: Are you a stay at home mom that would like to add a little to your ...

https://moneysavingmom.com/10-creative-ways-to-earn-500-per-month-from-home/

Brigett Holmes has an inspiring post up today on how Money-Making Mom is changing her family. Here’s a snippet: Have you ever been stuck in a rut?  You had a vision (or maybe you still have t...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-money-making-mom-is-changing-my-family/

Kalyn over at Creative Savings has a great post up on how to turn your favorite hobby into a profitable business. Here’s a snippet: I always knew I wanted to be an entrepreneur. I didn’t want...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-to-turn-your-favorite-hobby-into-a-profitable-business/

Kelly at New Leaf Wellness has a great post up sharing 10 easy ways to save money with slow cooker freezer meals.

https://moneysavingmom.com/10-easy-ways-to-save-money-with-slow-cooker-freezer-meals/

My friend, Erin, over at The Humbled Homemaker has a great post up on how being a money making mom has changed her life. Here’s a snippet: Three years ago this month, I wrote what would turn in...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-being-a-money-making-mom-has-changed-my-life/

If you missed the chance to see me speak at The Influence & Impact Summit online a few weeks ago, you can go here to watch a replay version of my presentation and interview with Michael Hyatt. Al...

https://moneysavingmom.com/watch-my-interview-with-michael-hyatt-from-the-influence-impact-summit/

“I was wondering how a mom of three little ones (mine are ages 5, 3, and 1) can find the time to grow a blog without killing myself? – Sarah on Twitter I often get questions from many of you ...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-to-build-a-business-without-completely-exhausting-yourself/

Jessica at Life As Mom has a great post up on how to pay for a big trip with kids without going into debt. Here’s a snippet: Back in our credit-card toting, debt-defying days, we took a few v...

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-to-pay-for-a-big-trip-with-kids-without-going-into-debt/

I Am That Lady is back with another ALDI Freezer Cooking Plan! In this newest plan, she shows you how to make 20 Slow Cooker “Comfort Food” Meals for just $150! You can see all of the basic d...

https://moneysavingmom.com/20-slow-cooker-meals-from-aldi-for-just-150-2/

If you have a business you’re trying to get off the ground, you’ll want to register for the Influence & Impact Summit! This is a FREE online event that features over 20 speakers to help you ...

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Amazon is currently hiring for work-from-home positions. Here’s more information from their site: Are you interested in eliminating your commute, reducing your carbon footprint, and working for...

https://moneysavingmom.com/amazon-work-from-home-opportunity/

My husband and I are blessed to come from families where good financial principles were modeled. Unlike many of our friends, we went into marriage knowing that it was possible to have a healthy f...

https://moneysavingmom.com/3-marks-of-a-healthy-financial-relationship/

Do you have a Safeway nearby? If so, be sure to read this post from Queen Bee Coupons on 11 Ways to Save at Safeway.

https://moneysavingmom.com/11-ways-to-save-money-at-safeway/

Ten and a half years ago, we welcomed our first child into the world — a beautiful baby girl, Kathrynne. Jesse was in law school at the time, I was trying to piece together enough income from v...

https://moneysavingmom.com/our-almost-0-baby-budget-for-our-1st-baby-how-why-we-did-it/

Cloth diapering is one of those things that is a frugal no-brainer, or so it seems. Using cloth diapers is often much less expensive. It’s better for the environment. And it’s a one-time inve...

https://moneysavingmom.com/why-we-didnt-use-cloth-diapers-with-our-2nd-and-3rd-child/

Sign up for a FREE training series on how to start your own bookkeeping business! Are you looking to learn new skills to help you start up a business? CPA Ben Robinson is offering a unique oppo...

https://moneysavingmom.com/sign-up-for-a-free-training-series-on-how-to-start-your-own-bookkeeping-business/

Jamerrill has a great post up sharing her grocery shopping trip for her large family. If you have a large family, I think you’ll be inspired by her post and video.

https://moneysavingmom.com/one-week-grocery-shopping-haul-for-a-large-family/

Whether you’re a new or experienced thrift store shopper, you’ll love this post from Laurie at Passionate Penny Pincher on 7 items you should always look for at Goodwill before shopping reta...

https://moneysavingmom.com/7-items-you-should-always-look-for-at-goodwill/

Around Christmastime, Jesse was chatting with his sister’s husband, Justin, about budgets. They are both what I’d lovingly refer to as “nerds”. You know the kind of people… those people...

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Laurie has updated her Sam’s Club vs. Costco post with the details on which store has the best prices.

https://moneysavingmom.com/sams-club-vs-costco-which-one-has-the-best-prices/

If you have a large family or if you are thinking about checking out Aldi and haven’t done so yet, you’ll for sure want to read Jamerrill’s detailed post and watch her video on her First Al...

https://moneysavingmom.com/jamerills-first-aldi-grocery-shopping-trip/

Saving You Dinero has an interesting post up about how she’s saving money by going to the grocery store multiple times per week and only buying exactly what she needs for the next few days. Whi...

https://moneysavingmom.com/why-grocery-shopping-more-often-is-saving-me-money/

School is starting really soon (or has already started!) and that means there are probably a number of different things you need to purchase — from school supplies to clothes for your kids for ...

https://moneysavingmom.com/5-simple-tips-for-saving-big-on-back-to-school-expenses/

Head on over to Heavenly Homemakers for a recipe for Homemade Healthy Gatorade.

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-to-make-homemade-healthy-gatorade/

Whisk Together has a great post up with many details and practical tips on ways that they save $3800 per year.

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-we-save-3800-per-year/

A testimony from Jennifer who blogs at A Healthy Mix My husband and I purchased our home in July, 2012. We paid $21,000 for an 1800 square foot home and 2-acres of land. It needed a lot of work,...

https://moneysavingmom.com/paid-cash-boys-bathroom-renovation/

Want to learn how to get the best bang for your buck at Hobby Lobby? Head on over to Passionate Penny Pincher to read her post on 7 Secrets for Saving at Hobby Lobby.

https://moneysavingmom.com/7-secrets-for-saving-money-at-hobby-lobby/

Kelly from New Leaf Wellness shows you how to make 5 Healthy Crockpot Freezer Meals.

https://moneysavingmom.com/5-healthy-crockpot-freezer-meals/

Never throw out an over-ripe avocado again! Head over to A Delightful Home for details on How to Freeze Avocados.

https://moneysavingmom.com/how-to-freeze-avocados/

Laurie from Passionate Penny Pincher has a great post up with 7 Secrets You Need to Know Before Shopping at Michaels.

https://moneysavingmom.com/7-secrets-you-need-to-know-before-shopping-at-michaels/

Guest post Elizabeth of Witty ‘N’ Pretty The world we live in values beauty above all else. The more beautiful a person is, the more value they have. It’s no wonder people, women in partic...

https://moneysavingmom.com/overcoming-shopping-addiction/

This post is the first post in a three-part underwritten series of posts I’ll be writing on behalf of the Visa Clear Prepaid program and the Walmart MoneyCard. Struggling to follow through with...

https://moneysavingmom.com/5-surefire-solutions-to-help-you-stick-with-your-budget/

Guest post from Anna of Real Ways to Earn Let’s face it — phone jobs are fairly common in the work-from-home world. A quick “work-from-home” keyword search on any popular job site will l...

https://moneysavingmom.com/6-non-phone-work-home-options/

I Am That Lady is back with another ALDI Freezer Cooking Plan! In this newest plan, she shows you how to make 20 Slow Cooker Meals in 90 minutes for just $150! You can see all of the basic detail...

https://moneysavingmom.com/20-slow-cooker-meals-from-aldi-for-just-150/

Frugal Farm Wife shows you how to feed your family a healthy menu for just $20 per person per week. She shares a complete menu plan and shopping list — so inspiring!

https://moneysavingmom.com/the-20-weekly-grocery-budget/

I loved this post from Kosher on a Budget on 10 Things You Need to Know Before Shopping at ALDI.

https://moneysavingmom.com/10-things-you-need-to-know-before-shopping-at-aldi/

I live in the Indianapolis area and have a 10 year old autistic son. For a few years, I have been toying with the idea to start a blog or website that helps other families. I want to share my sto...

https://moneysavingmom.com/im-thinking-of-starting-a-blog-for-autistic-families-is-this-a-good-idea/

A testimony from Abby from Winstead Wandering I’ve been blogging off and on since May of 2011. And in January of 2015, I decided to finally start the new blog I’d been brainstorming for month...

https://moneysavingmom.com/paid-cash-starting-blog/

My friends over at 100 Days of Real Food are looking to hire a part-time blog assistant and project manager. This person’s job will include the following areas of oversight and administration: ...

https://moneysavingmom.com/work-at-home-job-opening-blog-assistantproject-manager/

The Blog Stylist is offering a Beginner WordPress Blogging Course for FREE through July 10, 2015. Read more and sign up here. Thanks, Smart Mom Smart Ideas!

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Guest post by Kimberly of Garage Sale Heaven My online selling success story began with a “dance”. Prior to selling online, I was working as a part-time writer and full-time homeschool teach...

https://moneysavingmom.com/dancing-successful-ebay-business/

A testimony from Mandy from MissMaesDays.com The day had come when I had had it with storing all of our school supplies, projects, lesson plans, and books in our kitchen drawers and cupboards. F...

https://moneysavingmom.com/paid-cash-homeschooling-room/

Valerie emailed in this interesting article on 7 Ways to Eat Healthy on $4 Per Day. Read the post and 7 ideas here. Do you do all seven things? What other ideas would you add?  

https://moneysavingmom.com/7-ways-to-eat-healthy-on-4-per-day/

How long could you go without buying anything new? Yerdle is challenging people to make a commitment to stop buying new things for 30 days (or however long you decide works for you!) by taking th...

https://moneysavingmom.com/can-you-go-for-30-days-without-buying-anything-new/

My interview with John Stossel aired on Fox Business and in that interview, I shared how I have lived for 33 years without a credit card. Most people don’t believe that this is possible. But it...

https://moneysavingmom.com/no-i-dont-think-credit-cards-are-evil/

Laurie from Passionate Penny Pincher has a great post up with 10 Things You Need to Know Before Shopping at TJ Maxx.

https://moneysavingmom.com/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-shopping-at-tj-maxx/

Living on a Dime has put together a list of 10 Foods You Didn’t Know You Could Make at Home. Did you know you could make all of these? Have you tried making all of these before?

https://moneysavingmom.com/10-foods-you-didnt-know-you-could-make-at-home/

Platform University — Michael Hyatt’s online membership community — is hiring a part-time virtual Communications Assistant. Here are some of the details of the job opportunity: The position...

https://moneysavingmom.com/part-time-virtual-assistant-position-available/