Saving Big Money in the Big City
August 29, 2011
Whether you are moving to the big city, embarking on a journey of a lifetime, or simply visiting for a few days, you should know that there are many ways to save money while fully enjoying the benefits of city life. This post will explore some of the ways you can save money when visiting [...]
Free Moving Boxes for All!
August 16, 2010
Free moving boxes can help you save a little money when you move. I hated the thought of spending money on boxes I would only use once so I spent part of the weekend rounding up boxes to pack up our stuff. Here are five good places to look for free moving boxes: 1) Recycling [...]
Memorial Day Savings
May 30, 2010
Many people think of Memorial Day weekend as a time to spend money because so many businesses have big Memorial Day sales. I’m actually not planning on spending any money this weekend, other than a little on food and beer for a barbecue : ) However, for all of you hitting the Memorial Day sales, [...]
Do Kids Inherit Frugality?
February 5, 2010
Our son has been making me proud lately with his unexpected frugal remarks. The first one came as he browsed the toy aisle in a CVS pharmacy while we waited for a prescription to be filled. As he played with the trucks he said: “we won’t get these… they’re too expensive” Then the next night [...]
Save Money at Restaurants – Tips for Spending Less When Eating Out
December 4, 2008
Saving money on your restaurant bill is simply a matter of doing several small things that can add up to big savings. I cover most of them last year in how to cut your restaurant bill big time but I’ll cover a few of them here and add in one that I missed. Main Course & Appetizers [...]
Guide to Budgeting & Tracking Money For Newlyweds
August 31, 2008
Do you often wonder where you money goes? Do you struggle to save money after all of your bills are paid? The problem is your budget, or lack of a budget. Less than 5% of the households in the United States keep a consistent household budget, and that is why 95% of the nation struggles [...]
College Dorm Room Decor Ideas – How to Decorate Your Dorm on a Budget
August 12, 2008
If you’re facing the challenge of decorating your dorm room on a shoestring budget, then here are some ideas that might help. Get things for free if you can – If you need a coffee pot, a bookcase, or some plastic storage bins, ask your friends and family for them first. You may be surprised [...]
Save Money at Amusement Parks – Vacation Tips for Family Theme Park Savings
May 16, 2008
Are you planning a trip to a theme park this summer? If so, it’s possible to pay a bundle for tickets, lodging, and meals if you don’t plan ahead. The good news is you can visit somewhere like Universal Studios, Disneyland, or Six Flags and have a good time without spending all your money. You don’t [...]
You Can Save Big Bucks by Buying in the Offseason
February 9, 2008
I hate shopping! Luckily for me, my wife not only enjoys it but is a master at finding good deals. She saves us lots of money by using time as her ally. Wait Out the StoreOne strategy she uses is to find something she’s interested in and then stakes it out. She’ll keep an eye on it [...]
Paying Taxes on eBay Income – Do eBay Sellers Need to Report their Earnings?
January 3, 2008
Should I be paying taxes on my eBay income? This was a question I was faced with yesterday from my friend / business partner as we celebrated our earnings for December. Our eBay partnership has been a success so far, bringing in over $700 for me last month! When he asked me whether he needed to be [...]
