To get the best financial start in life, many new graduates try to be as frugal as possible. If you know a graduate who is trying to pinch every penny, it’s nice to get them a graduation present that makes … Continue reading →

There are no two ways about it: Moving is expensive. However, you don’t have to resign yourself to spending vast amounts of money during your move. By taking the appropriate steps, you can often get away with spending a lot … Continue reading →

This is not a post about parenting, so if that’s what you’re here for, then you’re better off looking at another post. Scroll down, you’ll find something. This post is about Cash4Phones, and how you can overcome their weedy little scams. It’s a trap I should have seen coming – ...

Since Mother’s Day is coming up, I thought it would be nice to pay tribute to all the mothers out there and all the things they do for their kids. This graphic takes a playful look at some of the … Continue reading →

My kid's getting kinda keen on the green, know what I mean?

Whether you’re purchasing consumer electronics, appliances, or even a new car, someone is probably going to try to sell you an extended warranty. These warranties often seem like great deals, but looks can be deceiving. Extended warranties are a booming … Continue reading →

You want to save money, but you also want to get out and have some fun. Traditional activities such as dining out, movies and concerts have become expensive. Fortunately, you can enjoy a night out or an exciting weekend for … Continue reading →

Thanks again to everyone who applied for the 1st Frugal Dad Undergraduate Scholarship! We will be poring over applications during the next month and will announce our 1st winner on June 1st, 2012 via blog post and email. Also, be … Continue reading →

My 2008 post, How to Build a Square Foot Garden, was a big hit with other first time gardeners. Since spring is really just kicking into gear, I thought we’d revisit the square foot garden with a graphical step by … Continue reading →

Nothing sums up technology quite like the old saying: “out with the old, in with the new.” Whether we’re happy about it or not, our technology changes at a breakneck pace. Yesterday’s tools quickly find themselves outmoded and ready for … Continue reading →