Is it cheaper to make a product or buy it? 

Generally, it’s cheaper to make a food item than to buy it—cheaper in dollars. One, however must also consider time. If you’re blessed with an abundance of money, you’re probably short on time and vice versa.

Carefully consider your current situation. Do you stay at home? Unemployed? Retired? A student? You probably do have the time balance.

Are you working full-time? Have a newborn? Have many children? Caring for a sick relative? You probably do have the cash balance.

Cut yourself some slack. None of us can “do it all.” Money-saving tips are supposed to make life easier, not add stress! Just because I like to coupon at 7 stores per week doesn’t mean you have to.

Would you rather buy it or make it?