Yard Sale, How to Successfully Sell Your Junk

When was the last time you took a good look around your house?   What did you see?   Clutter,   Junk,   If you’ve almost broken your neck tripping over toys that your kids no longer play with, or if your closet is filled with clothes, you swear you are going to wear again…

How to Get Rid of Unwanted Credit Card Junk Mail

  Are you tired of receiving junk mail from credit card companies offering all kinds of credit limits if you apply?   It seems like everyday the mail box is stuffed with unwanted credit card applications that you don’t need or want, after all you are trying to get out of debt, and the last…

What to Do With Your Clutter

  Spring is in the air, and you’ve finally gotten around to clearing out your clutter, now you want to know what to do will all that stuff you’ve acquired over the years?   Fortunately, there are places that will accept your junk; believe it or not, there is actually someone out there who will…

What to Do if Your Computer Crashes

  It finally happened, my computer crashed, and I have been unable to connect to update Savings Scoop for almost two weeks. There were signs that something was wrong with my computer but I ignored them.   Finally one day I turned on my computer and this horrible blue screen appeared saying that it was…

Home Depot Free Kids Workshop|Papa John’s Superbowl Freebie

BUILD LEARN CREATE… The Home Depot’s Kids Workshops offer useful projects including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a window birdhouse, bughouse or Declaration of Independence frame kit. In honor of Valentine’s Day kids will make a heart shelf. The workshops teach children do-it-yourself…

Save Money Making Your Own Homemade Cleaning Products

Did you know that you can clean your house and save money at the same time? All you have to do is head to your kitchen and everything you need to clean is already in your cupboard or refrigerator. These are the things that you need to save money while making your own homemade cleaning…

Lowe’s Free kids Workshop|Savings Scoop

Bring your child to Lowe’s and they can build this fun Leash Hanger! Even if you don’t have a pet, they will have a blast building it. From project basics to giving your child the opportunity to say, “I built it!” our Build and Grow kid’s clinics are a great way to help build confidence!…

Lowe’s free kids workshop| Back to School Edition

Going back to school can be fun! Bring your child to Lowe’s and they can build this school bus! Includes stickers, a secret compartment, chalk and a chalkboard on top From project basics to giving your child the opportunity to say, “I built it!” our Build and Grow kid’s clinics are a great way to…

6 Tips to Renovate your Home on a Budget

Do your research and get everything in writing including how much the entire project will cost: If you hire a contractor make sure you get references, or go to the Better Business Bureau to make sure there are no complaints against the contractor or company you hire to renovate your home. Figure out how much…

10 Ways to Stay Cool on a Hot Summer Day

Wear loose fitting light colored clothes. Use a fan to help circulate cool air from your air conditioner. Go someplace cool like the movies or mall if you don’t have an air conditioner. Head over to your local community pool or beach if you live near one. Stay hydrated, drink plenty of cold water every…