A lot of us don’t realize a simple fact: The best way to make money may not always be to work for it. It is to save it. Think about it: if you avoid paying unnecessary amounts of money, you could save it and put it to work for you by generating more money than you would by getting another job. Get creative and see…
We’ve all been there before: you’re shopping for something or just browsing and a sales associate is trying to upsell. Some people are really good at resisting and some people fall for their marketing jargon. Here are some tips to help you resist the upsell.
July is the month of sunshine, swimming and summer vacation. Take advantage of the air conditioning in stores and the great sales during July.
Libraries are losing the popularity contest to cable, movie theaters, downloading and pretty much everything else, but they’re still in the game. Your local library offers many free things you should be taking advantage of.
America’s Independence Day, also known as July 4th, is the biggest day of summer for most Americans, complete with a barbecue and fireworks. Since many of us are on a budget, here are some tips to have a Frugal Fourth of July.
There is no doubt that managing your own personal finances can be challenging, but when you factor a partner into the equation it only gets trickier. For many, entering the territory of handling money as a couple can feel shaky and bring a level of uncertainty, but it doesn’t have to be that way. The key is to maintain a level-head and to keep savvy.…
Parties are a great way to entertain and unwind, but they can also get expensive quick. This guide will help you throw a cheaper party for your friends and family while still having a great time.
Get Rich Slowly featured a reader’s story, Rental Properties from the Tenant’s Point of View. The article discusses how he found a duplex owned by a small-time landlord who had difficulties repairing an air conditioning unit. The duplex turned out to be an illegal apartment and the tenant ended up costing the landlord a lot of time and rent because he wasn’t able to repair…
Vinegar is awesome. It’s one of those magical things that have many different uses. Best of all, vinegar is super cheap and environmentally friendly. I keep two spray bottles at hand, one with pure white distilled vinegar and one with 50% vinegar and 50% water.
Take a Family Portrait If your Mom always loved yearly family portraits, now would be a great time to surprise her. Dig through your old photos and see if there’s a special occasion you can reenact. Many portrait studios have great promotions for Mother’s Day, JC Penny has a coupon for 30% off.
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