Is The Frugal Life Here to Stay?
For an increasing number of people, frugality is a chosen way of life by necessity. The Great Recession — a phrase I’ve been seeing more of recently to refer to the past year or so — has left many Americans without jobs for a long period…
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5 Things to Learn this Semester Other than History 101
With the semester underway, it’s almost too late to point out the obvious, but: college is such an interesting time for a young adult. It’s your first real taste of absolute freedom where you (well, mostly you) are responsible for yourself. It also builds the…
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Find a Penny, Save a Million
Saving money is really about attitude. It starts small, with that first penny or dollar, and turns into a buffer and savings cushion. Setting savings goals doesn’t have to be daunting. You can even start with a penny.
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Savings Tips for Tight Times
We hear it everywhere–recession, recession, recession (and some folks are even hinting at a dreaded “depression”). So, as a result, we tighten our belts, put our hands in our pockets, and get down to the business of saving.
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Cheap Travel Ideas: Fly, Drive, or Neither
Follow these travel tips to save money throughout the year. Traveling is never cheap, but it doesn’t have to be expensive either. Don’t overspend when there are many ways to cut those traveling expenses.
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Creative Ways to Trim Your Holiday Budget
Last weekend I battled crowds for a few holiday gifts. If you’re a weekend shopper like me, the stores probably don’t seem a lot less crowded this year. Long lines, coupled with the current economy, are prompting me to seriously consider alternatives to hitting the stores for holiday shopping this season.
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