Getting Prepared

Hello Frugal Friend!

I'm without power here in my part of Florida. This a themed issue I put together ahead of Hurricane Milton. It occurred to me as I was prepaing for the coming storm and its aftermath that there are a lot of things everyone in other parts of the U.S. could be preparing for. So, here's a collection of past articles that can help you prepare for winter, a financial crisis and more.

Keep on stretching those dollars,
Andrea

11 Ways To Prepare Your Family for Cold and Flu Season

Don’t let a cold infect your budget. Prepare for flu season the frugal way so you can better take care of your family and your budget.

Things Frugal Folks Do as the Weather Turns Cool

A change in seasons can cause a change in your budget. Consider these things frugal folks do as the weather turns cool to make sure their budget changes for the better. Are you taking advantage of these opportunities to save?

Taking Inventory of Your Possessions in Case of Loss

It pays to be prepared. Taking inventory of your possessions can help ensure you recover stolen items or receive compensation for any damage from your homeowners' insurance or renters insurance.

Preparing Your Lawn Mower for Winter

Perform these maintenance tasks at the end of fall and you can minimize the aggravation and cost of trying to get your lawn mower working again next spring.

Will You Be Ready for Your Next Financial Crisis?

Unfortunately, some of us wait until we’re in a financial crisis before we consider preparing for one. And then we fail to prepare once the crisis is over.