How Do I Make My Money Stretch?
Here's a little about me. I'm a single mom. I have a decent job. However, the area I live in is expensive. I'm sure you're probably wondering why we don't just move. Well, my kids and I have a good life here. Over the years, I've learned how to make a dollar stretch while not forcing my kids to eat Ramen constantly (which they would probably actually enjoy). 1) We don't go out to eat constantly. We will go out to a nice restaurant maybe once every week or two. However, we won't go during dinner hours when the menu prices are at their highest. Instead, we will either go for lunch or during happy hour when the prices are lower and there are usually really good half price specials. 2) When I buy meat at the grocery store, I buy the huge family packs. They are usually cheaper by the pound and most of the time on sale as well. When I get them home, I won't freeze the entire pack. ...