Hersey Homestead

Trying to stick to a budget? Following the Dave Ramsey plan? Just want more spending money? Here are a few ways to cut costs day-to-day... 1. Phone plan- We recently cut our phone bill in half by switching to a different carrier. It is the SAME data plan for a whole lot less.  Say what? 2. Car Insurance-check to be sure you are getting the best deal. 3. Bulk- I mean really bulk up. Like 25 pounds each of rice, beans, flour, oats, oil. It will cost pennies in the long run, compared to buying smaller portions at the store! 4. Lights- Don't turn them on. Okay, so you can use them, but utilize the beautiful sunshine whenever you are able. I have a habit of opening the blinds in the house as soon as I wake. 5. Walk- It's free and keeps you healthy. Obviously this isn't an option for everyone, depending on where you live. I live in a central location, so I can easily walk to the river, library, hills, zoo, & museums. Everything is within a few mi...