www.valuehuntr.com http://www.valuehuntr.com Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 How To Make Meals That Will Stretch Your Dollar http://www.valuehuntr.com/2013/06/04/how-to-make-meals-that-will-stretch-your-dollar/ http://www.valuehuntr.com/2013/06/04/how-to-make-meals-that-will-stretch-your-dollar/#comments Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.valuehuntr.com/?p=13 Saving money on groceries is the best way to find extra money for savings. The key to saving money is to prepare your meals from scratch. Packaged mixes are more expensive, and homemade foods actually taste better. You will be amazed at the things you can prepare with a few recipes found online. Take the time to think about the items you buy at the grocery store that are packaged. using coupons is no match to cooking from scratch to save money. If you think about it, most coupons are for packaged foods that you can make from scratch. Save your coupons for items such as cleaning products and toiletries.

Casseroles are a great way to make a meal without spending a lot of money. They are also easier to prepare and you just put them in the oven and your done. Other types of cooking require you to watch it while it cooks. Casserole recipes often include your meats and vegetables. Make a quick salad and serve bread to complete the meal. Using a crock pot is a great way to spend less time in the kitchen while saving money. Cheaper cuts of meat can easily be tenderized while cooking. Want to know more? Go ahead: Over-cooked Slow-cooked Pork and Apricots

]]> http://www.valuehuntr.com/2013/06/04/how-to-make-meals-that-will-stretch-your-dollar/feed/ 0 How To Make Your Own Cleaning Supplies To Save Money http://www.valuehuntr.com/2013/03/21/how-to-make-your-own-cleaning-supplies-to-save-money/ http://www.valuehuntr.com/2013/03/21/how-to-make-your-own-cleaning-supplies-to-save-money/#comments Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.valuehuntr.com/?p=12 When looking to save money on cleaning products, instead of settling for a cheaper brand, why not make your own cleaning products? Not only will making your own cleaning products save you money, but it will also provide you with a green alternative when cleaning. Instead of using products with harmful ingredients, why not save money and create all-natural cleaners.

If you are looking to mop the floors or clean the tub, vinegar is a great ingredient to incorporate in your homemade cleaning supplies. When looking to clean the tub, mix ¾ parts vinegar with ¼ part hot water in a spray bottle. All you need to do is spray the tub, let it soak for a few minutes and then you are all set to scrub! When mopping the floor, instead of mixing a chemical filled cleaning product with the hot water, substituting vinegar will do the trick.

If you have pets and are looking to find a homemade cleaning product to help deodorize the carpets, you don’t have to any further than baking soda. All that you have to do is sprinkle the carpet with some baking soda, let it sit for about 20 minutes and then vacuum up the powder!

These are just a few of the many different homemade cleaning products that can be used. When switching to homemade cleaning products, you will notice more money in your pockets and less chemicals in the air.

]]> http://www.valuehuntr.com/2013/03/21/how-to-make-your-own-cleaning-supplies-to-save-money/feed/ 0 Saving Money in the Office http://www.valuehuntr.com/2012/01/25/saving-money-in-the-office/ http://www.valuehuntr.com/2012/01/25/saving-money-in-the-office/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.valuehuntr.com/?p=11 The office is a great place to cut back particularly if you’re a small business owner. This economy is hurting everyone but we’ve got some great ideas for saving money within the workplace that can help you get back that bottom line.
Office Supplies: If you’re a small enough office you’re still getting the bulk of your office supplies by sending someone out to the store you may be missing savings. Get a business account with one of the big office supply chains and save on bulk costs.
Utilities: An office needs utilities like any home but instead of blowing the bank on things like satellite TV and overpriced alarm systems do your research instead. Get online and look for Business Electricity Rates in your area and find a dealer who can help you consolidate.
Get Interns: Interns are an amazing way to save money by giving back – educating students or new employees while getting reduced-cost work is one of the time-honored ways to get back on track. Hire some interns immediately and get some fresh ideas in the office.

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White vinegar has many household uses. Mixed in a spray bottle with water and a few drops of dishwashing detergent, it makes a streak-free window, glass, and mirror cleaner. Vinegar added to the laundry softens clothes and prevents dark colors from fading. The one drawback to vinegar is its strong smell, but it fades quickly, is less harsh than many chemical cleaners, and isn’t hazardous to children or pets.

Common baking soda is another useful and inexpensive cleaning product. By itself or mixed with a few drops of lemon juice, it can be used to scour sinks, countertops and pots and pans. Lemon juice removes stains from hard surfaces. Regular white toothpaste cleans and polishes metal fixtures and jewelry. In addition to being affordable, these cleaning products often produce better results than their pricey chemical counterparts.

]]> http://www.valuehuntr.com/2011/06/20/how-to-save-money-on-cleaning-supplies/feed/ 0 How To Find Deals On Local Restaurants Online http://www.valuehuntr.com/2011/05/26/how-to-find-deals-on-local-restaurants-online/ http://www.valuehuntr.com/2011/05/26/how-to-find-deals-on-local-restaurants-online/#comments Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.valuehuntr.com/?p=7 If you have children, you know how expensive it can be to take them out to diner. The bill is usually shocking at the end of the evening and you are determined to eat at home next time. Most people do enjoy eating in a restaurant though and children are no exception. It is good practice for them and they can lean table manners and about behaving in public. Traveling often gives the family no choice, they have to eat out and so they must be prepared for the bill.

There many offers online for restaurants that give children the option of eating free on certain days. Maybe it is a slow Tuesday and the restaurant knows that it is better to have the establishment full. They offer online coupons that can be printed. Many times it is not necessary to have any kind of discount coupon. Type in “where can kids eat free in your local area”. You will be pleased with the results. This is a very reliable way to save money and enjoy eating out. If you have any questions, call ahead and make sure the offer is still in effect.

A few minutes of looking on the internet before you head out to dinner can save you a lot of money. Take the time to shop online and you will be pleased you did. Your Kids will thank you also.

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Another way to find deals on pet supplies online is to sign up on all of the pet supply retailers’ websites that you can find. Make sure that you give them you name and address and well as your email address because they often mail sale flyers to your home. Once you are on their mailing list, they will let you know when they have sales and they will often send you coupon codes to entice you to try their website. Using these easy tips will help you save quite a bit of money on online pet supplies.

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