Free Black Friday App

Download the free Black Friday App from iTunes and get a sneak peek at all the money-saving deals you can find on Black Friday.  This is a great way to compare prices at all your favorite retail stores.

Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. Requires iOS 3.1.3 or later

Get the free Black Friday App.



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Severed Finger Cookies

These Severed Finger Cookies are a lot of fun to make for Halloween.  Kids LOVE making and eating them, and they're always a big hit at classroom functions too.  Try them out for yourself and see how much your family will enjoy them.  They may look gross, but they taste delicious.

Get the recipe.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

This is the best time of year to bake, and these pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are one of my favorite recipes of all time.  The cookies are thick, moist, and cake-like, with just a hint of chocolately goodness.  They are one of my family's favorites, and they're sure to become one of yours too.  Give them a try and let us know what you think.

Get the recipe for Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies.

6 Green Gadgets that Lower Utility Costs

Being eco-friendly isn't just good for the environment, it's good for your wallet too! By spending a little money on green gadgets that reduce energy and water waste, you'll be able to lower utility costs and feel good knowing you're helping the planet.

We've listed affordable green gadgets that will pay for themselves in no time flat.  Some of these products cost under $ 10.00 and can save up to 50% on your utility costs!!!

See which gadgets help reduce energy and water waste.

Favorite iPhone Apps for Traveling with Kids

Traveling with kids can either be a great way to create family memories, or a total disaster filled with meltdowns and screaming. This is especially true when you're traveling a great distance and children are forced to sit still for an extended period of time.

Try our favorite iPhone Apps for Traveling with Kids.  We've listed fun apps that cost $ 1.00 or less! 

Read more.

Host an affordable (and fun!) Labor Day party

You don't have to spend a lot of money to throw an awesome Labor Day party.  With a a bit of frugal planning, and a little help, you can throw a party that will be fun, festive, and filled with lots of yummy food.  And you won't break the bank either!

Use our tips for Labor Day Party Planning On A Budget. 

Have a Safe & Happy Labor Day!

Glidden Paint Coupons (Redeemable at Walmart)

Nothing will change the look of a room faster than a fresh coat of paint.  But which color to choose?  It's hard to pick a color without seeing it on the wall first.  That's why those small bottles of tester paint are so great!  They're just the right size to paint a patch on the wall to see if you like a particular color or not.

Be sure to take advantage of these money-saving coupons from Glidden before you start your next paint project!  Redeem them at any Walmart.

Save save $3.00 on TWO (2) Glidden Brilliance Collection Paint Testers (Top Left Coupon)

AND/OR

Save $ 3.00 on any ONE (1) gallon of Glidden Brilliance Collection Paint (Top Left Coupon)

Save Money on Back To School Supplies

Getting the kids ready for back to school can be expensive!  So many little things add up to big bucks if you're not careful.  But, with a little planning, you can save yourself a lot of money that can be used for other necessary items such as school clothes, back to school physicals, and so on.

Read our tips for easy ways to save money on back to school supplies.

10 Ways to Refresh Your Home for Free

Over the years I have learned that there are many things in life that are free. You just have to know how to find them. If you're anything like me, you get a rush out of finding those free things in life. Refreshing the look of your home is no different. There are several things you can do (at no cost) that will make your home look redecorated, refreshed and renewed.

Use these 10 ways to refresh your home for free, and have a fresh new look by tomorrow!

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Affordable Ways to Keep Your Home Cool

August is one of the hottest months of the year, and with it comes higher electric bills as we crank down the air to stay cool.  UGH!  To reduce the amount you spend, but still stay comfortably cool, use these helpful tips:

Affordable Ways to Keep Your Home Cool

1. Keep blinds closed to lower the temperature inside the home.
2. Blast fans to create a comfortable cross breeze.
3. Leave the thermostat alone!
4. Cook meals in the morning when temps are cooler.
5. Replace your light bulbs with those that don't put off as much heat.

Get more details on the tips listed above PLUS additional ones not shown here!

Lower Homeowners Insurance Costs

Did you know you can reduce your monthly spending by reducing the amount you pay for Homeowners Insurance?  If you own your own home, you know that it's NOT cheap to insure them!  But like many things in life, there are a few little-known tricks you can use to pay less.

Find out simple ways to lower homeowner insurance costs.

Your Home On A Budget is BACK!

After an extended leave of absence, Your Home On A Budget is back.  Get ready for a new and improved batch of free advice, money-saving tips, freebies, coupons, and more things to make managing your home easier and less expensive. 

Be sure to follow us on Twitter to stay up-to-date on the latest information!

We've won an award!

Your Home On A Budget has been given the honor of receiving the Blog Goddess Award!  Of course, we knew we were great but it is nice to be recognized. 

How can YOU qualify to become a Blog Goddess?  All you need to do is have a great blog that has been active for a least thirty days.  To find out more, CLICK HERE. 

Thanks again to the ladies at Blog Goddess Awards!