Make the Best of Black Friday

Want to get the best deals and save the most money on Black Friday?  Elissa Sanci for Smarter Living, The New York Times offers tips and shopping best practices in her article: 5 Things to Avoid on Black Friday
Black Friday is a money- and time-sucking vortex. Here’s what not to do this year.
  She highlights her list with entertaining anecdotes of those who fell victim to the seemingly needed purchases and makes recommendations for how to avoid these pitfalls.

Saving Money Collectively

Just the other day, our garage door spring broke.  Putting out a request for suggestions on a Facebook group brought a great amount of feedback and ultimately a free, brand-new garage spring.  There are many of these sites available that can help you network with others who may have what you need or need what you’ve got.  Read more and learn about the best ways to save money in your community.   How to Save Money With the Help of Your Community