Everyone loves to save money… especially preppers and homesteaders. The more money we save on daily needs and the occasional want, the more funds exist in the family budget to funnel back into preparedness gear and agricultural supplies for the survival homestead. By nature, preppers and homesteaders tend to be money conscious folks already. But, … Read more
There are many reasons why your next survival trip should be to the local flea market, especially for an active prepper who is looking to build their stockpile. Flea markets can be a veritable treasure chest of needed supplies. If you know what to watch for and how to negotiate well, you can get the … Read more
Netflix is an excellent deal in my opinion. For less than $10.00 per month you can access and watch thousands of movies, documentaries, program and more through your computer, TV, media player or entertainment system. I am recommending the cancelled TV series Jericho as a “Netflix Pick”. Summary of the series: Wayward son of Jericho … Read more
Frequent readers will know that I am a huge fan of Amazon.com for purchasing preparedness stuff – as well as all kinds of other items. Low prices, huge selection, and free shipping on most orders is what has be coming back month after month. Amazon offers a Prime membership which provides benefits such as free … Read more
Until the event, life will continue to plug along as normal. When SHTF – and we don’t know exactly when that’ll be, prepare yourself like it’ll happen tomorrow. Free yourself from the chains of society, also known as debt. More than 40% of the country is considered to be “in debt” and spending more than … Read more
I just got off the phone with DirecTV cancelling my satellite service. So – no more cable and no more satellite. Many people I know have told me that they just could never do it, exclaiming….”I just couldn’t live without all those channels!” Well – I can. I have been spending around $100 a month … Read more
20 Uses for Borax was submitted by Matthew from UrbanSurvivalSite.com Sometimes I’m shocked at how expensive typical household cleaners have become. Recently my wife and I decided to do some spring cleaning. We went to the store with a rather long list of cleaning supplies: tile cleaner, drain opener, bleach spray, air freshener, mouse traps, … Read more
Many preppers today are doing so out of fear of inflation and the economy. More and more people are shopping sales, using coupons, and shopping discount centers. Part of my inflation protection system is stocking up on many commonly used household items such as shampoo, body wash, soap, toilet paper, dish detergent, and laundry detergent. I buy … Read more
By Gilfner I thought maybe people with a like mindset would be interested in what works for my family to have more money each month for prepping. Maybe its stuff you haven’t thought of and maybe it will spark discussion that will lead to finding other ways to spend wisely. TV – We only … Read more
I am not the most financially sound person in the world. One thing I do know – is just when things seem to be going well something unexpected always seems to happen where money is suddenly needed. I make decent money and typically have “disposable” income to pick up a little of “this” or a little of … Read more
by Amber Waldroup Everywhere you look these days, you see posts, articles, and tips on how to prepare for the future—economic crisis, military takeover, environmental disaster, or whatever SHTF scenario you’re planning for. You can even find tips on prepping cheaply. For me, a $100 prep isn’t cheap. That’s a big deal for me. For me, … Read more
One thing that preppers sometimes forget is that financial resources are resources just like anything else that we stockpile, and just as important. while it is true that money can’t buy you happiness, it sure as hell won’t make you sad, and more importantly it is absolutely vital that you have enough in order to … Read more