I admit, I am a magazine junkie. I used to be bad with all the People & US Weekly type magazines, but right now it is all home decorating magazines. And at anywhere from $4-10 a pop, it can be an expensive habit. I read this post at Frugal Duchess and she […]
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Ultimate Financial Diva!
You are one smart cookie with your finances. You have a plan and know how and when to implement it… which means that you can go ahead and splurge on that Coach purse or those Manolo Blahniks because you know how to not only budget, but have a plan of action for […]
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I do. But many people I know don’t. Essentially, an emergency fund is money you have saved away for when you need it. And I mean REALLY need it. No, a new TV doesn’t count. I am talking about things like losing a job (or quitting one that is bad […]
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I just read this post on Well-Heeled and it got me thinking about how I really should make my own lattes at home too, although mine is a bit more complicated to recreate than a honey tea latte. And enjoying my latte is one of those don’t-want-to-miss experiences of my daily routine.
And now, instead […]
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Think that it costs more money to turn your air conditioner off and then turn it on again? You’d be wrong! And using a timer is a great way to take advantage of this fact.
Have your air conditioner turn off shortly before you leave the house for work each day, and then turn […]
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Are you going to splurge on a new propane tank this year? If so, instead of buying that brand new propane tank, simply buy a used one then take advantage of the many trade in centers they have available. It doesn’t make sense to trade in your brand new tank when you are […]
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Have some frequent flyer miles that are expiring or you know you won’t use? Fisher House has a Hero Miles program where donated frequent flyer miles can be used by wounded military personnel to fly home for leave from medical centers or for family members to fly and visit those being treated.
More on the […]
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Freecycling is something that has become more and more popular. The premise is basic… you list things you are willing to give away, the only requirement is the person who wants it has to meet you when it is convenient for you to do so. You can generally find anything from sofas to […]
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Cell phone companies try and get you to get cell phone insurance added onto your monthly plan, to the tune of $6-8 per month. But is it worth it? Unless you are someone who will lose the phone on a very regular basis (every month or two), probably not.
First, your replacement […]
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If you live where I do, you are lucky to even find a space in child care, and if it is a decent one, you are paying through the teeth for the spot. But if you are in an area where you have a bit more flexibility, here are some ideas and tips to […]
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