Gardening might cost less than other pastimes but it’s usually not without expenses. At a minimum, you might have to buy planters, potting soil and starter plants or packets of seeds. You can actually eliminate most expenditures if you make your own potting soil, repurpose old containers into pots, and even obtain plants for free. Here’s how to track down sources of free plants.
Attention, Shoppers: Plan Ahead for Sales Tax Holidays
Anyone who loves to shop should consider timing their purchases to coincide with sales tax holidays; while only 16 states offer them, some shopping aficionados travel to take advantage of these tax-free windows.
Don’t Let Identity Thieves Ruin Your Travel
Don’t let identity thieves ruin your travel. Whether it’s a trip for work or pleasure, protect yourself by following these suggestions.
5 Easy Budgeting Tools You Might Already Own
Plenty of people spend money to get help with saving money when perhaps they could start with things they already own. You can make a great stride toward easy budgeting by using any of the following five things you already own.
Houseplants That Help You Breathe Easier
The most cost effective way to improve the air quality inside of your own home: Any kind of houseplants — whether you buy them full grown, plant the seeds, or something in between — make it much easier to breathe indoors.
Independent Diagnosis of Commercial Ice Machines: How and Why to Do It
Savvy businesspeople are highly regarded in their industry. They know how to turn a profit and reduce costs – definite signs of success in business. How can you prove to be a savvy restaurateur? One of the best ways to do this is to learn how to diagnose your equipment – like your commercial ice machines – when you experience problems. How to Diagnose Issues
Grow Food Indoors, Even in Winter
The world’s most frugal foodies farm what they eat. But what if you live in an urban apartment without a yard? No problem: you can grow food indoors even if you don’t have windows!
Score Free Products With This New App
If you have a bit of free time on your hands and would like to use it to score some free products, check out verydice. It’s an application for iPhone and Android that allows you to virtually roll dice to win merchandise.
How Useful is the New Progressive Homequote Explorer?
This post is sponsored by Progressive. When buying a new home, many things come to mind when solidifying your new living space for the years to come — furniture, curtains, flooring, lighting, and comfort in the palpable sense. All of this does not come however, until you find the right place and meet the financial requirements to make a commitment of this magnitude. Because you’ve
How Much Food and Water Do You Need for Emergencies?
If the recent flurry of natural disasters making headlines has you worried, you might be able to calm your nerves by preparing ahead for possible emergencies.









