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Ways to Save on Vacation Lodging

If you have had enough of the staycation and want to actually travel somewhere away from home, then lodging will be an expense that you will have to deal with one way or another. Fortunately, there are a lot of choices and opportunities, if you think a little bit out of the box. Here are some great frugal tips for saving money on your vacation stay. For the large family or group If you have more than four people traveling, then you are in for some issues. As part of a family of five, I know first hand. This is … Continue reading →

Frugal Living Week in Review: August 25th Through August 31st

Food and back to school are the two things on my mind this week. I e-mailed my son’s teacher ahead of time to ask about additional supplies that she might need for the classroom. She said that she usually asks parents for antibacterial wipes and tissues, two things that I was able to buy in bulk at our last warehouse shopping trip to save money. Take a look at all of the articles that were posted this past week. August 25th Saving Money at the Shore 3 We just got back from our vacation this weekend, and we are now … Continue reading →

Home Week in Review: August 18th Through August 24th

Has your home gotten back to normal now that the Olympics are over? With the Olympics and our recent summer vacation, it may take a day or two to get back into our routine. Check out what has been going on in the home blog this past week. August 18th Home Week in Review: August 11th Through August 17th This week, there have been a lot of simple and not so simple solutions, from getting out stains to putting in a new front walk. August 19th Repairing Our Front Walk Sometimes a simple home improvement project that should have taken … Continue reading →

Saving Money at the Shore 3

We just got back from our vacation this weekend, and we are now catching up with the regular routine. An unplanned side trip extended the vacation by a day, and so there is a lot to share with you. If you missed the first two posts in this series, you can catch up here: Saving Money at the Shore Saving Money at the Shore 2 I promised to talk about some free and low cost forms of entertainment when at the shore. While I will give you some examples of the things we did that were fun and frugal, you … Continue reading →

Saving Money at the Shore 2

You may be caught up in back to school, but it still isn’t too late to enjoy a great vacation at the shore. I know because I am there right now. We have been having all sorts of fun on a limited budget. Yesterday I talked about rentals and food, now let’s get into to some more ways to save money at the shore. Although bringing our own food has been a great way for us to save a lot of money, it is only natural that we would want a little treat now and then. Right next store to … Continue reading →

Saving Money at the Shore

Heading down to the shore can be a great family vacation. But like any attractive summer vacation spot, things can be pricey. We are vacationing down at the shore this week, and we are having an amazing time. The weather is wonderful, and the water is warm. Having never been to the beach together as a complete family, we are so incredibly lucky that we have the opportunity to build sand castles and play in the waves. Of course, we are trying to do everything as frugally as possible. Here are some of the things I’ve learned this week. Hopefully, … Continue reading →

Frugal Car Rental

Need to rent a car? Here are some ways to get that car for less than what others are paying. In some cases, you can even “rent” a car for free. Here is how. if you are renting a car at your travel destination, try this frugal tip. Reserve an economy car, but then show up at the rental desk last in line. It is amazing how few economy cars that car rental companies actually have on their lot. Chances are that when you arrive, all of the economy cars will be gone, and you will be given the option … Continue reading →

Planning Your Frugal Summer Travel

I know that we just reached spring, but summer won’t be far behind. And now is a perfect time to start planning your summer vacation. With the economy the way it is, many people will be choosing to stay home this year. That is great for you, because being frugal, you’ll still be able to “afford” a nice summer vacation, and everything will be less crowded. Here are some tips to help you plan your frugal summer travel. Try your hand at home sharing. You basically trade homes with another family. Each of you gets free lodging in a new … Continue reading →

Vacation House or Vacation Condo? (Continued)

Now is a great time to buy a vacation home, as prices for second homes are very attractive to buyers. Also, vacation home can be used as an investment and/or to generate income. But is it wisest to buy a house or a condo for your vacation home? Here are five questions to help you make the right decision. In the previous article, we discussed three of the five questions that you can ask yourself when choosing between a house or condo as your vacation home. If you missed that article, you can read it by clicking here: Vacation House … Continue reading →

Is It Time for a Second Home?

If you are wondering when the right time is to buy a second home, the answer may be right now. Everyone is talking about the falling housing market, of course. If you have been watching the trends out there, then you already know that prices of home are being reduced, as the housing market adjusts. This is especially true for second or vacation homes. This fall season should see some great bargains in summer homes, from cottages to beach houses. And don’t forget ski chalets. You can find single family homes or condos for sale. What are some of the … Continue reading →