Monday, February 15, 2010

Intro to Money Saving Monday

Hi! My name is Micael (or The Deal Diva as they call me over on My Great Retreat)! Each Monday I'm going to be bringing you a little slice of what I talk about on my blog: saving money...and a lot of it!

A little about me: I'm about to be 26 (!), I have 3 lovely daughters, and I am a busy busy busy stay at home mom to them. I love to sew, craft, create, bake, sleep, be outside, and wouldn't you know... I love coupons too. ;) I got into couponing in November 2008. But I failed miserably at it. I did all the common mistakes most newbies make and ended up spending way more than I normally would, so I quit. But in March 2009 I took another stab at it, and by George I got it! It took countless weeks of research and loads of trial and error, but I got it. (Don't worry, I'm currently putting finishing touches on my couponing E-book that simplifies couponing by giving you detailed information all in one spot so you don't have to waste all that time!) From March - December 2009 I was able to save my family just over $6,000.00! That's no typo, I really saved 6 thousand dollars in 9 months! I always get asked "But can you get stuff you really need?" And the answer is a big fat YES! Do you use household cleaners? Do you use toiletries such as shampoo, razors, and toothpaste? Do you eat things like Kelloggs, Post, or General Mills cereal, fruits and veggies, crackers, soups? If you answered yes to any of those, then I've proven my point: you can use coupons for things you use. (Please note: that is a ridiculously small list in comparison to things you can indeed buy with coupons and smart shopping!!)

On Money Saving Mondays I'm going to post on several different topics. It could be a tip for when shopping with coupons, tips for maximizing your dollars, hot deals, or anything else that I can come up with the help save you money!

Here's what I'm going to tell you today to prep you for the beginning of your saving journey:
1. Where ever it is you do your grocery shop, find out their coupon policy. (And in most areas I will tell you that you can save more at your local grocery store than even Wal*Mart. Yes, I'm serious.)
2. Start making sure you receive at least 1-2 Sunday newspapers (the best source for your coupons!). If you live in Central Florida, click here for discounted rates I can give you!
3. Join in on our Savings Challenge! All you have to do is set a personal goal for your family for the year, and post each month how much you've saved. Sign up here and I'll be answering any questions you may have here. (If you're not a member of My Great Retreat yet, come join us! It's free, and lots of fun. In the referral box let them know Micael sent you!)
4. Start reading things on my blog to see what types of things I'll be teaching you!

Alright, so who's excited to start saving money?!

5 comments:

  1. You have such a cute blog! I'm a follower!
    www.justanothermomday.blogspot.com

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  2. Me! I'm so excited!!!! I tried the coupon thing before through the grocery game...not sure if you have heard of it. But I gave up. I took a significant pay cut, and it's now more important than ever to save my family money!!! Thanks!

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  3. Hi Megan,
    thank you so much for inviting me to your blog! I follow you now;)
    I'll be anxiously awaiting your posts about money saving ideas!
    Don't we all just love them? :)

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  4. Thanks for following my blog! iplayitbyyear.blogspot.com

    I look forward to all your tips!! I seriously don't use any coupons at all!!! So I am eager to learn ;)

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  5. I'm to see some excitement! Be sure to check out my blog during the rest of the week for other tips: www.SavingObsession.com {And feel free to become a follower ;) }

    I have heard of the grocery game. My sister at one point tried to get me to join and I never did (this was before my coupon days even started). I know she ended up quitting and then doing what I told her. She has cut her bill down by at least 60% a month since then.

    I can't wait to help you guys out! Be sure to find out your stores coupon policy, it'll come in handy. I'm trying to get the e-book done by the end of this month!!

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