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Smart spendingChristmas is around the corner, and some of you may still be working on your gift list… or maybe just starting it. Presents can be a big headache during the holidays, and finding the perfect gift isn’t always as affordable as one would hope. So to help keep things cheery and cheap this holiday season, […]
The seasons are starting to change, slowly but surely. With these few minor home improvements you could save hundreds of dollars in the coming chilly months. 1. Start with an energy audit. During an energy audit, a qualified professional will come to your home and help you figure out where you may be wasting energy. Many […]
One of the many excuses people use as the reason why they don’t eat a healthy diet is that it costs more. But with careful planning and knowledge, you can spend the same amount on nutritious foods in the grocery store and get a lot more for your money. Plan meals ahead of time – […]
When you try to make a transaction that exceeds your account balance, your bank will either decline the transaction or let it go through (usually for a fee), causing your account balance to go negative and be overdrawn. What the bank does depends on if you have an overdraft protection plan, and if so, what […]
With summer around the corner, it’s time to make those beach computer desktops a reality! To start off our travel series, here are some new apps that are really “taking off” in the traveling world. So pack your bags and read on to find out how you can do simple things to save money next […]
Here’s a quick tip to save some money on groceries, though it may cost you in other ways. Buying food in prepared or ready-to-eat packages is often really expensive! Instead, try buying fresh foods. As an example, carrots in pre-washed, pre-cut, and ready-to-eat form are MUCH more expensive than the bag of regular carrots. Buying […]
Although sales for the consumer usually mean savings, for retail shops and businesses they are simply tactics to boost purchases. For this reason, not all sales are created equal – for some you might not get an actual bargain or worse, end up paying more. To avoid this, here are some signs to look twice […]
Americans throw away 40% of their food every year, according to a study by Natural Resources Defense Council. Knowing how to preserve your food can help space out your grocery shopping trips and save the medical costs from food-related illness. Here are some quick, simple tips to keep your food safe for longer: Look at […]
The month of December entails extensive shopping for holiday gifts, decorations and not to mention those once-a-year deals that altogether can take much effort and planning. If you could use some help with year-end holiday shopping, here are a few general guidelines: Buy earlier: Champagne – For this festive drink, deals are sweeter closer to […]
When it comes to saving on holiday gift shopping, next to general saving guidelines like sticking to your budget and knowing when to buy what, there are also a number of small tips to save here and there while you’re shopping. Although each may seem small, these mini-savings can really stack up. So as you […]