Earn, Save & Live Smart
As utility bills continue to rise, more and more households are struggling to keep the lights on. In fact, according to The National Energy Assistance Directors’ Association (NEADA), over 20.5 million households were behind on their electricity bills as of January 2023. That’s one out of six households in the country. So if you’re struggling … Read more
How much are you paying for your business’s phone service? When each minute translates into a higher bill each month, it’s important to keep a close eye on those numbers. Some relief may come through the use of email and instant messaging resources, but there’s still a huge need for telephone contacts. That personal connection … Read more
This is one of those seasons of my life when it feels like the activities just don’t stop. I’m sure you can relate. But did you realize that busyness can take toll on your pocketbook? Crazy days make it easy to fall into the trap of overspending. Here’s what to do so you don’t throw … Read more
Your electric bill is an inevitable monthly expense. Even though you probably can’t knock out this bill entirely, you do have some control over how much it costs. Simple changes around your home can reduce the amount you pay to the electric company each month. Some of these tricks can be accomplished in just minutes. … Read more
No matter how frugal you are, there’s one necessity you can’t avoid: laundry day. I scrimp and save wherever I can, but having clean clothes is just something I can’t get around. Although you can’t avoid spending money on doing laundry, you can be smart about your approach. Follow these tips to save money on … Read more
All across the country, temperatures are dropping as winter settles in. As we collectively focus on staying warm, many of us worry about the extra cost of heating our homes through the chilly months ahead. Good news for our wallets: unlike air conditioning during summer—which is a necessity where I live—heat doesn’t have to add … Read more
I rely heavily on the Internet but am not willing to plunk down $100 each month on access. While it’s a crucial part of our lives, I am willing to bet that most people don’t enjoy hefty bills. If you are concerned that you may be paying too much, it is time to weigh your … Read more
We are bombarded everyday with offers and deals to SAVE MONEY on everything from our electric bill, cell phone bill, cable / satellite bill and phone bill. The Budget Diet girl has played the game of SWITCHING all in the name of saving money, but are the savings worth the hassle? The Budget Diet girl … Read more
How’s this for your weekly challenge…take a look at your budget from 1990. You’ll find that it’s a good lesson in need or want! Yes, we’ll consider 20 years ago “retro” for the purpose of this article! Let’s suppose that your 1990 budget is missing or maybe it really never existed! No worries…my 1990 budget … Read more
Save Your Money – Stop Wasted Electricity Discover almost instant savings with a tip that’s both budget friendly & earth friendly! My daughter’s science project on “Phantom Electricity” showed us just how much electricity we waste. What is “Phantom Electricity”? Phantom Electricity is the electricity that is used when a device is plugged in but … Read more