by Amanda K.
People often overlook the amount of money that they spend on cleaning their clothes and doing laundry. Dry cleaning and regular washings can increase peoples expenses to the point where they need to limit the amount of money they waste washing clothes.
Who doesn’t love to shop online? It’s fast, easy and convenient. With the simple click of a button, you can have a new dress for that wedding next month or a new living room couch on its way to you immediately. However, online shopping can quickly spin out of control and become costly. How can you save money on online purchases?
by Eric D It’s so important to be able to save money when you’re buying a car. This cannot be …
by Sarah C
These days, everyone wants to save money. With the state the economy is in, a recession that sees many Americans out of work, this is smart as you can make the most out of your money. Even if you are not unemployed or under-employed and earn a good salary, it is still wise to be economical when you go shopping or spend your money on entertainment and necessities. There are always measures you can take to saving money that can result in having a good amount to stock away in the bank or elsewhere.
With gas prices always on the rise, you are likely spending $40 a week or more on gas. Although some vehicles inevitably will cost less on gas, you can save money on gasoline by taking measures when you fill up your tank and drive your car. Certain maintenance can also help you to have better gas mileage. If your vehicle is still costing you more than you can or want to pay, you may want to consider getting another automobile.
by Amanda S.
Tomato Bisque soup doesn’t have to take an hour to make and it’s a delicious meal that has a lot of variations with just a little bit of ingenuity. The following recipe is great any time of year. Add a loaf of crusty bread for a rustic lunch or dinner treat. The beauty of this recipe is how simple it is to make.
by Daniel S.
Throughout the course of these articles, we have discussed ways to save money – pointing our efforts in a direction of how to squeak out the most savings from any situation or purchase. In my practices, I try to balance three key elements: cost, quality, and service. Generally, when living on a budget, the most important element is cost. Getting the most product or service at minimal cost is a constant goal. Sometimes, however, the decision needs to take more into account from the other elements. Recently, I was reminded of this point when embarking on a purchasing journey of my own. Sometimes the quality of the product or service becomes your best value point over cost.
by Kate S.
Food is an essential part of everyone’s life. We not only eat for strength and nutrition; we also consume food for enjoyment and pleasure. However, food costs have become pretty expensive in recent years. Paying for food can cost you a lot of money, especially if you have a large family. Here are some tips on how you can save money on food.
by Amy S.
During tough economic times, consumers who are watching their pocketbooks can save money by expanding their purchasing opportunities to include items that may have minor cosmetic damage or that have been returned, checked out and refurbished by the manufacturer. If you’re in the market for a new appliance, a computer, a camera or other electronic device, you don’t have to wait around for sales to try to find a better deal on items you’re interested in buying.
by Amanda S
Most people are in penny pinching mode these days, and with good reason. Until our economy is fully restored to a thriving state, it is wise to do everything in your power to trim down expenses and put a little bit of money into savings each month for emergencies or layoffs.
One of the most effective means of saving a few bucks also happens to do a world of good for the environment (pun intended). Try out a few of the following cost-effective and super green tips to help you reduce, reuse and recycle. Watch your savings increase, while your ecological footprint deceases dramatically.