Earn, Save & Live Smart
Do you think you’re a savvy saver? Take this quiz and find out! 1. When it comes shopping… A. I’m a shopaholic…I buy what I want, when I want it and I cringe when the bill comes! B. I occasionally splurge, but I usually wait for a good sale. C. I only buy what I … Read more
Savvy consumers are always on the lookout for great deals because they know there’s nothing more rewarding than scoring a quality purchase at a great price. Buying “gently-used” items is one way to experience deep savings. And while it is probably not practical – or possible – to purchase everything secondhand, here are 10 things … Read more
The advent of e-commerce took the consumers out of the shopping mall and allowed them to purchase anything and everything their hearts desired with the click of a button. But like most aspects of the Internet, e-commerce is an ever-changing landscape in a constant state of flux. Retailers are trying to build brand loyalty anyway … Read more
Christmas shopping? There’s more to saving money than just finding the sales. Don’t get me wrong…I love a good sale, but think of it as your starting point. There are so many ways to save money on Christmas shopping, and the key is to take advantage of all of them together! Follow these rules, and … Read more
Christmas is right around the corner (Where did 2012 go??) and many of us have already started thinking about holiday gift giving. It is getting more difficult, it seems, to stretch the budget while giving well thought out, elegant, but, most of all, memorable holiday gifts. Do you ever feel like you are a hamster … Read more
Nowadays, most items can be bought online. Gone are the days when errands had to be run by getting in and out of the car. Save your gas and your sanity by purchasing items online. (And just think of the headaches that can be avoided during the holiday rush!) Save money with just a click … Read more
Installing a home security system can be a wise but daunting choice for any family. There are a number of companies who provide such services, but where does one begin? And how can you get the most bang for your buck? Before signing on the dotted line with any security company, there are a few steps to … Read more
Whether you’re thinking about buying new or used, a car is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. If the mere thought of visiting a car dealership fills you with anxiety and makes you instinctively clutch your wallet, read the tips below before you purchase your next vehicle. Money Saving Tips for Buying … Read more
If you follow fashion, then chances are your inbox, Twitter, Facebook, and reader are all full of news from recent events like Fashion Week and Fashion’s Night Out. I know I’m on fashion-inspiration-overload right now — and to be honest, my bank account can’t afford all the pieces I’d love to wear this fall. Luckily, … Read more
Isn’t capitalism wonderful? American companies have to battle to earn each consumer’s business, and they have come up with some pretty interesting ways to accomplish that goal. One of the most recent developments in the battle for buying dollars is consumer rewards programs, which were pioneered by credit cards but have since expanded into other … Read more