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 […]
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 by […]
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 to […]
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 […]
Save Money with a Homemade Holiday this Christmas
December 19, 2007
I doubt anyone would contest the idea that Christmas is becoming more commercialized than in the past. Christmas decorations adorn the stores before Halloween has come and gone.
For many people, the rush to start the holiday season did not bring warm feelings of holiday cheer. Instead, the mental cash register starts ringing […]
Money Resolutions for a Financially Secure New Year
December 5, 2007
Have you thought about your New Year’s resolutions yet for next year? How about knowing where your money is going, knowing where you want it to go, saving more, and reducing debt? Sound like a tall order? If you set some specific financial goals for yourself, you’re much more likely to achieve some of them. Check out […]
Save Money on Kids Books, Use the Internet
September 6, 2007
How many books can your kid go through in five minutes? Never wanting to spend more than a few seconds on a page our little guy can speed through his pile of books in no time flat. So what do you do, buy more books to make a bigger stack? No way, use the Internet!
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How to Save Money on Services By Spying on Business Owners
July 7, 2007
Business owners are always looking to maximize the amount of money they can earn from the services they provide. Get inside their heads and you can save money on your next trip to their establishment. Here is a quick example case study on how to save money on haircuts.
Hair Cut SavingsAt the top of my […]
Personal Finance Decision Guide - Roth IRA vs. Traditional IRA
June 4, 2007
What money decision are you trying to make today? Read on, it may be covered in this second edition of the Personal Finance Decision Guide. This is a compilation of money articles from various sites comparing or explaining two sides of money concepts.
In an interesting turn of events, this is the first time […]
