Earn, Save & Live Smart
Call it what you wish…bargaining, negotiating, haggling – it’s all about getting the best deal, and it’s not the American way. Elsewhere in the world, bargaining is expected, but we Americans aren’t comfortable with this practice. We see the price tag, we pay the price. Maybe it’s time to take a money-saving hint from abroad. … Read more
Bills piling up? Do you go shopping just for the fun of it? Is your savings account dwindling or maybe even nonexistent? Do you frequently buy things you really don’t need? If you answered “yes” to any of the above, it’s time to think about going on a budget diet. What is a budget diet? … Read more
This is the age of the electronic gadget, and there are abundant opportunities out there to purchase electronics of all shapes, sizes, and functions. The selection out there is downright tempting, but your budget only goes so far, especially since you have to reserve money for those annoying things like food and shelter. Here’s how … Read more
Forgo your gym membership and let one of these free fitness apps be your new personal trainer! Whether you run, walk, bike, lift weights, circuit train or do yoga…there’s an app for you. In fact, there’s even an app for couch potatoes to train for a 5K in just 8 weeks. With summer upon us, … Read more
So, you’ve planned your trip to Disneyworld…you’ve found a great hotel deal, you’ve researched your best ticket options, but you’re just not sure about the dining plan. Theme Park Dining Plans – Are They Worth It? Over the past few years, theme parks have introduced dining plans that are designed to save you money IF … Read more
If you want to try a new restaurant in a state you’ve never visited, would you go without Google maps? I didn’t think so. Why, then, would you ever go through life without a budget? After all, a budget is your road map to an important place, namely financial independence. Far too many live without … Read more
Interesting question with an interesting answer. According to a recent survey by RetailMeNot and All You Magazine…the answer is: YES! 4 out of 5 people said they would continue to use money-saving shopping tactics even if money were not a concern. They would continue to look for sales, shop clearance racks and use coupons. I’m … Read more
Before we start, you must face reality. An HGTV decorating crew is not going to descend upon your home and transform it overnight. Got it? Good. Let’s let this budget decorating party started! 7 Tips for Decorating on a Budget Be a Copycat Collect pictures of rooms you love. This can be as simple as … Read more
Want a free sample of Tide Laundry Detergent? Here’s the secret! Visit this page and look for the Free Sample link. It’s that easy! https://tide.com/en-us/our-commitment/tide-evo “I have gotten several free samples from this site…the last free sample was nail polish and my daughters and I love them; I’ve gotten free dish soap; laundry soap”Cindy T. … Read more
Quick: Based on your personality and habits, are you a saver or a spender? Statistics prove that most of us want to be the former – but in reality, the majority are the latter. Check out these stats: According to NerdWallet.com, “15” is one mighty popular number. 15 = percentage of US families who carry … Read more