TIME TO CUT THE CORD - NO CABLE - BEST ANTENNA

I am so glad that I disconnected from cable years ago; however, it took me up until last year to find the best TV antenna of them all.

Mohu Leaf is the one.  At first appearance, it may look cheap, but it far from being cheaply made.  Since it is so light, that makes it extremely versatile.  It comes with a coaxial cable, and that makes it easy to change the position of the antenna to grab as many free broadcast channels as possible.

Mohu Leaf gives you choices as well.  There are various strength options based on your particular need.

Mohu Leaf  30 mile radius

Mohu Leaf  50 mile radius

Mohu Leaf  65 mile radius

NO CABLE - NO RECEPTION - NO ANTENNA

Many of us have come to the conclusion that the rising costs of cable television - even basic service - isn't worth the monthly expense.  Even worse, even with a digital converter and digital antenna, reception and getting in broadcast channels can be frustrating, if not impossible.

Additionally, carrying the cost of broadband or wifi in the home just to stream Netflix or use Roku can also be cost prohibitive.

I recently made a huge discovery.  If you are already paying for cell phone service and have a smart phone (with internet that you are already paying for with your monthly bill), you can download ABC, CBS, CW, and countless other apps and watch TV shows that way.

I just missed the season premiere of Young Sheldon and Big Bang Theory (CBS) and The Good Doctor (ABC) on 9/25/17, and I downloaded the CBS app and ABC app and watched them at my leisure - and best of all at no additional cost!

Under $10.00 for Dinner for the Week

1 Person Instructions:  

Rather than feeling deprived and hungry for "real food" while you are strapped for cash is to purchase a family size frozen meal, instant mashed potatoes (2 bags or keep a large box on hand), and then buy a can of vegetables or a bag of frozen veggies.  I keep the meal in the fridge for convenience.  

Then I just grab a plate at the end of the day, put 1 serving of the family size meal on it together with a large helping of mashed potatoes, and a large helping of veggies.  Then I microwave it.  It helps me to feel satisfied and not at all deprived.   I have made one of these meals, 2 cans of veggies (or a bag), and 2 bags of instant mashed potatoes last anywhere between 5 - 7 days.  

If you are eating the turkey and gravy, I recommend slices of bread under the turkey and gravy or salisbury steak and gravy, if you have a big appetite.  I've also added pasta to the chicken parm.

You can make jell-o for dessert if you have a sweet tooth after dinner.

NOTE:  These tips are for those who do not have serious dietary restrictions.  These tips are strictly for the purposes of being able to eat.  

Also, you can modify this to serve 2 people for a couple of days.  

Lastly, if you do not eat meat, you will be surprised at the variety of instant mashed potatoes that you can find, and just eat the mashed potatoes and veggies.  I have found this to also be a very satisfying meal, and it comes with a savings of anywhere between $2.50 - $3.00 for the week because you did not purchase the frozen meal (meat).

Earn Money While Spending Money on Groceries

There are websites that will reward you for shopping. Who knew?

All you have to do is photograph your receipt and share it with them. You can earn cash-back on your groceries with apps like Ibotta, Savings Star and Checkout51. These services offer weekly cash-back deals on a range of goods and all you need to do is take a photo of your receipt showing you bought the item to take advantage of the reward (which translates into savings)!

Less Meat / Cut Grocery Cost / Dirt Cheap Grocery / Improve Health

Want to reduce your grocery budget and improve your health but do not want to sacrifice taste?  Not quite ready to go vegetarian or vegan just yet?

Here is what I have done to save money on meat:  I have been purchasing turkey burgers that are pre-packaged separately (they typically come in a box, and I have been finding them on BOGO sales).  Believe it or not, you can use just ONE turkey burger to add to spaghetti sauce or to make 8 tacos (just add more toppings), and it tastes just as good . . .but without the high fat of red meat ground hamburger.

Try it!  You will be very surprised!