Random Frugal Tips

• Save your coupons and buy items when they're on sale.
• If you find something at a rock bottom price, buy as much as you can! I totally believe in stock piling! It's smart!
  
• Compare grocery ads...menu plan around what's on sale. Know your prices, but know that it takes time to learn!
  
• Stack store coupons with manufacture coupons.
• Stack eCoupons with manufacture coupons.
• Eat out less.
• Find free entertainment. Parks!
  
• Drink more water. It's free!
  
• Budget! I recommend Mvelopes.com.
• Consider buying or atleast trying store brands and generics.
• Eat before you shop.
• Shop with a list. My exception is when I find something on clearance, have a coupon for it, and would have to buy the item anyway in the near future.
  
• Eat those leftovers! Throwing away food is like throwing away money!
  
• Compare prices with product sizes. Figure the cost per unit always.
• Request a rain check when a sale item is out of stock.
• When you find a good frugal gift, but it and save it until needed.
• Apply the 7 day wait rule when you come across something bigger you want to buy. Most of the time, the desire to buy will pass, and you will find a way to live without it.
• Get multiple newspapers.
• Be willing to shop at more than one store.
• Fill out rebates.
• Get your coupons organized so you can use them to their maximum potential!
• Save on your utility bill. Run the dishwasher when it's completely full. Only wash a full load of laundry.
  
• Buy clippers (like $30) and cut your husband's hair. It's really a lot easier than I thought.
• Get books and DVDs at the library.
• Brown bag it!
• Read frugal blogs, books, and articles to stay encouraged, motivated, and informed.