by Linsey Knerl | General Finance, Real Estate, Savings
As homeowners look to remodels as a way to make their space more enjoyable (and possibly even more valuable), there will be potential for major mistakes to be made. As a result, any upgrade to a home can cause excitement, anxiety, or even uncertainty. Before you...
by Linsey Knerl | Frugality, Life Style, Savings
We’ve all heard the classics tips for getting more for your buck in the laundry room. If you’re looking for a few “out of the basket” tricks for stretching that buck a bit further, however, these are little-known, but very effective! Mix a DIY Stain Solution Sure,...
by Linsey Knerl | Business, Savings, Shopping
I have five very tech-savvy kids in my house. We use video games as both a reward for doing chores and good behavior, as well as to make our homeschool curriculum a bit more engaging. With the cost of most video games for popular platforms in the $40 – 60 range, it...
by Linsey Knerl | Frugality, Savings
This summer, we experienced a false alarm with regards to the flooded Missouri River. We packed up all our valuables and lived in our home without access to our washer, dryer, bedroom furniture, or anything that wasn’t strictly for survival. In the process of trying...
by Linsey Knerl | Consumer Info, Frugality, General Finance
All You Magazine recently ran an amazing article on how you can eat nutrient-rich foods to get the top ten (or power 10) nutrients with little effort (and with lots of flavor.) While I like a good halibut as much as anyone, I have five kids and a hubby to feed. Our...
by Linsey Knerl | General Finance
I have been entering sweepstakes online since 1997. I have won prizes worth thousands of dollars, including trips, private movie screenings, cash, and electronics. My latest prize (an iPad 2) renewed my interest in a hobby that I had taken a break from recently. ...