Are you a member of the Kosher on a Budget Facebook group? We've been talking over there about grocery budgets, which has prompted me to share with you my #1 tip for lowering your grocery bill. Create Margin By this, I mean to save aggressively … [Read more...]
My Frugal Simcha | A Bat-Mitzvah Weekend That Met Everyone’s Needs
Posted on October 31, 2013 by
My Frugal Simcha features reader's stories about their beautiful simchas - on a budget. If you have hosted a budget-friendly wedding, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Brit Milah or other simcha, we'd love to read about it! Please fill out this form to submit your … [Read more...]
Health Care Money Saving Tips
Posted on July 31, 2013 by
Want to know what the #1 expense is in my personal budget? Health care. And thank G-d, it's not because anyone in our family is sick or has a chronic condition. It's because my husband and I are both self-employed and our healthcare costs are … [Read more...]
How to Freeze Summer Fruit in 5 Easy Steps
Posted on July 26, 2013 by
Strawberries are $.99/lb at my local grocery stores this week! Blueberries are just $1.29 per pint. I love summer produce - not only for the excellent price, but also because they are fresh, delicious and full of flavor. But unlike pasta, … [Read more...]
Ask My Readers | Menu Ideas for Pre-Fast Meal
Posted on July 14, 2013 by
Today's reader question comes from Danit. I never remember what I make from one year to the next for my pre-fast menu for Tisha B'Av? Before Yom Kippur we always have roasted chicken, which obviously isn't an option. Thanks for your ideas! I … [Read more...]
When to Buy. And When Not to Buy.
Posted on June 30, 2013 by
Do you often feel like there are so many good deals out there -- and on KOAB -- that you don't know when to buy, and when to pass? Here was one such query I got from reader, Miriam, last week: How do you manage to take advantage of the different … [Read more...]
Reader Question | Inexpensive Kitchen Upgrades (Stainless Steel Contact Paper & Granite Overlays)
Posted on June 23, 2013 by
Today's reader question comes from M in New Jersey. She's wondering about frugal home repairs. My husband and I just bought our first home, in West Orange, NJ. We're very excited about it and look forward to years of home projects. The house is … [Read more...]
My Response to the Lilith Article on Affording Jewish Day School
Posted on June 18, 2013 by
There is an article about the high cost of Jewish Day School that was published earlier this week in Lilith Magazine. Many of you have emailed it to me - thank you. It has also been widely shared on Facebook, so most of you have probably … [Read more...]
Ask My Readers | Do You Keep Emergency Cash on Hand?
Posted on May 29, 2013 by
Today's reader question comes from Rochel, who - in light of Hurricane Sandy earlier this year and the tornado last week in Oklahoma - she's wondering about keeping emergency cash on hand. Should we keep emergency cash on hand? How much is … [Read more...]
{Tonight!} KOAB Webinar: How to Make a Budget You’ll Stick To
Posted on May 20, 2013 by
Just a final reminder that tonight -- Monday, May 20th -- I'll be hosting a webinar about How to Make a Budget You'll Stick To at 8 p.m. CST. Are you harnessing the power of your income to maximize your savings and investments? Or does money seem to … [Read more...]
