Building a home office on the cheap
Working from home can end up saving you a bundle over time, but what about the startup costs? Building a home office can be expensive, but if you follow this guide, you can save big. Assess your needs and figure out essentials Your first step is to decide what your home office really needs. It can be tempting to deck it out with the latest…
Always keep your change
Bank of America’s Keep the Change program was first introduced a few years ago and I tried it out while I was still a customer. I am not someone who can easily save money because I love to spend it, but there are small ways to trick yourself into saving when you still have easy access to your money. This method works because it’s the…
How long should I keep financial records?
If you’ve never had to deal with a tax audit, you may not know the importance of keeping financial records. Even if you keep receipts and statements unorganized in a giant box, it’s better than getting rid of them. An organized system would work best, but not everyone has the discipline or desire to organize their financial records. Tax Related Documents – 7 years Returns,…
How small cutbacks lead to great savings
If you’re still sitting on the fence about whether to implement any money saving techniques in your life, this may be what knocks you off that fence. Quicken’s personal finance blog has a huge visual showing how small cutbacks lead large savings. Thinking about the individual effort and savings may not seem like it’s worth your time, but if you look at the big picture,…
Questions to answer before signing an apartment lease
What else is out there and how does it compare? Before doing anything and everything, always shop around. You’re going to be living in this place so compare most than just rent when shopping around. You want to actually enjoy the lease term you’re agreeing to. What are the special offers? Before signing a lease, be sure to ask about any special offers for new…
Track your spending
The first and most important step to a debt free lifestyle is tracking your money. Where it comes from and where it goes. If you know where and how every penny is spent, then you can begin the journey toward financial responsibility. You can use any kind of method you want from a checkbook register to Excel, Quicken, your cell phone or even a notebook.…
Tips for saving on your grocery bill
Make a list and stick to it. The biggest way to go over budget when grocery shopping is deviating from your shopping list. Setting a budget will help you stay on track and ensure you’re not overspending. Don’t always buy the generic unless it is actually cheaper. Depending on the store, generic items aren’t always cheaper. When comparing unit prices, make sure the brand and…
Tips for lowering home insurance costs
Saving money on your homeowners insurance is easier than you think and you do have the option of shopping around. Follow these tips to lower your home insurance costs. Before buying a house, make sure to lookup the Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange (CLUE) report. The CLUE report tracks insurance claims for properties and if your house has a bad claims history, your insurance premiums will…
Tips for lowering car insurance costs
Before buying a car, shop around for car insurance quotes. Premiums vary by type of car, age, price, repair cost, safety record and likelihood of theft. And that’s not accounting for your driving record or location. Saving money on car insurance isn’t always as easy as a 15 minute phone call, but it can be. Choose a car that fits your all-around budget, not just…
8 Ways to save big on health insurance
One: If you already have your health care insurance policy in place, one place to start saving is by raising your deductible. By raising the deductible you will gain the benefit of lowering your premiums. Say for example you raise your deductible from $500 to $1500; this should save you around $1428 in premiums per year. In effect, the savings you get will almost cover…
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