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7 Frugal Ways to Learn a Foreign Language

by Karen Mendes | Frugal Ideas | 7 Comments

Have you ever wanted to learn a second language? Being bilingual can make you an asset in your work field, enriches you culturally, and can really expand your horizons. But where do you begin? Sure there are quite a few programs out there you can order, but many of those cost hundreds of dollars. If spending hundreds of dollars is not exactly in your budget, no worries. There are still plenty of ways to learn a foreign language without going broke. Below, you will find 7 frugal ways to learn a foreign language that are fun, simple, and totally frugal. With resources like these available, becoming bilingual has never been easier or less expensive. In no time, you too can be speaking a...

Bluebird from American Express, Not a Credit Card and More Than a Pre-Paid Card

by Karen Mendes | Frugal Ideas, Product Review | 0 Comments

Bluebird from American Express, Great for Budgeting Groceries In December I introduced you to Bluebird from American Express and I've been using it and learning about different ways it can be a valuable tool. It's not a credit card and not exactly a debit card. It's more of a pre-paid card but it has so many benefits that pre-paid cards don't normally have. There are two ways to get a Bluebird card and neither of them are based on credit. You can sign up online, which is FREE and super quick and easy, or purchase a 'kit' from Walmart for a $5 fee. There is no approval process since it's not a credit card so you don't need to worry about your credit. It's basically a pre-paid card...

Bluebird from American Express, Great for Budgeting Groceries

by Karen Mendes | Frugal Ideas, Product Review | 0 Comments

Bluebird from American Express, Great for Budgeting Groceries In December I introduced you to Bluebird from American Express and I've been using it and learning about different ways it can be a valuable tool. I will continue to use my Bluebird account over the next couple of weeks and documenting my experience here on the blog. I know not everyone uses credit cards but remember this is NOT a credit card and Bluebird could be a great tool in budgeting by controlling your spending. You can sign up online, which is FREE and super quick and easy, or purchase a 'kit' from Walmart for a $5 fee. There is no approval process because it's not a credit card so you don't need to worry about your...

Bluebird from American Express, Great for Traveling

by Karen Mendes | Frugal Ideas, Product Review | 0 Comments

Bluebird from American Express, Great for Traveling Eairler this month introduced you to Bluebird from American Express and I've been using it and learning about different ways it can be a valuable tool. I will continue to use my Bluebird account over the next couple of weeks and documenting my experience here on the blog. I know not everyone has credit cards, which this is not, and something like Bluebird could be a great tool in budgeting by controlling your spending. You can sign up online, which is FREE and super quick and easy, or purchase a 'kit' from Walmart for a $5 fee. There is no approval process because it's not a credit card so you don't need to worry about your credit. ...

Bluebird from American Express, Great for College Students

by Karen Mendes | Frugal Ideas, Product Review | 3 Comments

Bluebird from American Express, Great for College Students I recently introduced you to Bluebird from American Express and I've been using it and learning about different ways it can be a valuable tool. I will continue to use my Bluebird account over the next few weeks and documenting my experience here on the blog. I know not everyone has credit cards, which this is not, and something like Bluebird could be a great tool in budgeting by controlling your spending. You can sign up online, which is FREE and super quick and easy, or purchase a 'kit' from Walmart for a $5 fee. There is no approval process because it's not a credit card so you don't need to worry about your credit. It's...

Bluebird from American Express, A Great Budgeting Tool

by Karen Mendes | Frugal Ideas, Product Review | 0 Comments

Bluebird from American Express, A Great Budgeting Tool Last week I introduced you to Bluebird from American Express. I will be using my Bluebird account over the next few weeks and documenting my experience using it here on the blog. I know not everyone has credit cards, which this is not, and something like Bluebird could be a great tool in budgeting by controlling your spending. You can sign up online, which is FREE and super quick and easy, or purchase a 'kit' from Walmart for a $5 fee. There is no approval process because it's not a credit card so you don't need to worry about your credit. It's basically a pre-paid card and you can only spend what you put on there. I find this very...

Bluebird from American Express, An Alternative to Debit Cards and Checking Accounts

by Karen Mendes | Frugal Ideas, Product Review | 0 Comments

Bluebird from American Express, An Alternative to Debit Cards and Checking Accounts I'm really excited to share Bluebird from American Express with you all. I know that some people don't want to use a debit card (my husband) to make purchases and not everyone has a checking account. If you fall in those categories then Bluebird is for you. Perhaps you've seen the Kiosk in Walmart, I hadn't noticed it so I'll be sure to look for it the next time I'm there. But if you were wondering what it's all about then keep reading. Over the next month or so I'll be sharing with you my experience using Bluebird. It's not a credit card, it's more of a prepaid card and you can only spend the money...

Saving with Coupons Update 10/30/12

by Karen Mendes | Saving Money With Coupons | 0 Comments

Last week I went to a few stores including Target, CVS and Stop & Shop, but only did a small shopping trip at Stop & Shop. I essentially just grabbed a few things on sale to be able to use their store coupons and get some cheap cereal and crackers! I stocked up on Toilet Paper and Kleenex at CVS with the ExtraBuck deal they had on Scott and Kleenex. We are all set for a while! Remember these numbers are just for coupon savings. If I included my savings on sales as well my total would be much higher ($80.34) but this is to show you how using coupons really helps to make a dent in your spending. Also I am not an extreme couponer and I don't buy stuff just to use coupons. I...

Saving with Coupons Update 10/23/12

by Karen Mendes | Saving Money With Coupons | 0 Comments

I stocked up on a few things this week at CVS and Walgreens and took advantage of some sales that were going on so I used a lot of coupons. I also did a big grocery shopping as well at Stop & Shop and used a lot of coupons there too. I had a really nice savings this week making my total for October coupon savings the most this year! Here is what we saved with coupons... I shopped at Stop & Shop and saved $16.30 with coupons I shopped at Walgreens and saved $12.34 with coupons I shopped at CVS and saved $17.50 with coupons MY total saved last week with coupons was $46.14. January 2012 Coupon Savings -$21.60 February 2012 Coupon Savings - $79.94 March 2012 Coupon Savings - $59.60...

Saving with Coupons Update 10/16/12

by Karen Mendes | Saving Money With Coupons | 0 Comments

I skipped the drug stores again last week and did just a small shopping trip but I still used some coupons. Here is what we saved with coupons... I shopped at Stop & Shop and saved $15.21 with coupons. MY total saved last week with coupons was $15.21. January 2012 Coupon Savings -$21.60 February 2012 Coupon Savings - $79.94 March 2012 Coupon Savings - $59.60 April 2012 Coupon Savings - $114.11 May 2012 Coupon Savings - $142.40 June 2012 Coupon Savings - $58.61 July 2012 Coupon Savings - $.o0 August 2012 Coupon Savings - $128.48 September 2012 Coupon Savings - $83.48 October 2012 Coupon Savings - $107.50 Year To Date Coupon Savings - $795.72 So how did you do?? How much did you save...

Saving with Coupons Update 10/9/12

by Karen Mendes | Saving Money With Coupons | 0 Comments

I did not post an update last week because I couldn't find my receipts. But I found them so this is going to be two weeks combined. I shopped at Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart. So far this month I've already saved more with coupons then I did total in September. I'm off to a good start. And since I shop sales, you can imagine how much more I've saved on just the sale items alone! Remember this is just using coupons. Here is what we saved with coupons... I shopped at CVS and saved $39.57 with coupons. I shopped at Walmart and saved $43.92 with coupons. I shopped at Walgreens and saved $8.80 with coupons. MY total saved last week with coupons was $92.29. January 2012 Coupon Savings...

Saving with Coupons Update 9/25/12

by Karen Mendes | Saving Money With Coupons | 0 Comments

This week I avoided the drug stores again. I find if I go, I buy more. More of stuff I don't need, just because it's a good deal. So I only went to the food store to get what we needed and what was on sale. Here is what we saved with coupons... I shopped at Stop & Shop and saved $35.68 with coupons. MY total saved last week with coupons was $35.68. January 2012 Coupon Savings -$21.60 February 2012 Coupon Savings - $79.94 March 2012 Coupon Savings - $59.60 April 2012 Coupon Savings - $114.11 May 2012 Coupon Savings - $142.40 June 2012 Coupon Savings - $58.61 July 2012 Coupon Savings - $.o0 August 2012 Coupon Savings - $128.48 September 2012 Coupon Savings - $83.48 Year To Date...

Saving with Coupons Update 9/18/12

by Karen Mendes | Saving Money With Coupons | 0 Comments

Last week I only grabbed a few things at the food store and didn't use any coupons -but they were all on sale. I did stop at CVS and use some ExtraBucks I had and coupons and had a nice savings! Here is what we saved with coupons... I shopped at CVS and saved $11.00 with coupons. MY total saved last week with coupons was $11.000. January 2012 Coupon Savings -$21.60 February 2012 Coupon Savings - $79.94 March 2012 Coupon Savings - $59.60 April 2012 Coupon Savings - $114.11 May 2012 Coupon Savings - $142.40 June 2012 Coupon Savings - $58.61 July 2012 Coupon Savings - $.o0 August 2012 Coupon Savings - $128.48 September 2012 Coupon Savings - $47.80 Year To Date Coupon Savings - $652.54 So...

Saving with Coupons Update 9/11/12

by Karen Mendes | Saving Money With Coupons | 0 Comments

I've been enjoying using coupons again after taking the month of July off! Last week I grabbed a few things at Walgreens - all with coupons and shopped again at Stop & Shop with coupons. Here is what we saved with coupons... I shopped at Stop & Shop and saved $30.80 with coupons. I shopped at Walgreens and saved $6.00 with coupons. MY total saved last week with coupons was $36.80. January 2012 Coupon Savings -$21.60 February 2012 Coupon Savings - $79.94 March 2012 Coupon Savings - $59.60 April 2012 Coupon Savings - $114.11 May 2012 Coupon Savings - $142.40 June 2012 Coupon Savings - $58.61 July 2012 Coupon Savings - $.o0 August 2012 Coupon Savings - $128.48 September 2012 Coupon...

Saving with Coupons Update 9/4/12

by Karen Mendes | Saving Money With Coupons | 0 Comments

Once again, last week I skipped all the drug stores but I did do another nice grocery shopping and I used lots of coupons. Now remember, I'm not an extreme couponer. I just buy what my family needs that week and I stockpile very few items. I try to plan my menus on what is on sale and what I have in the house. This is normal, reasonable shopping and after last week I've saved over $600 just in using coupons. By the time the year is over I will have saved enough just in using coupons to pay an extra month on my mortgage. That is a HUGE savings in the end on interest!!! Here is what we saved with coupons... I shopped at Stop & Shop and saved $36.11 with coupons. MY total saved...

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