Archive for August, 2009
Cash For Your Clunky Appliances?
The $2.9 billion cash-for-clunkers car program ended on August 24th. While everyone had a different opinion as to it’s level of success, there is no denying that the program helped stimulate the automobile sales. The exact results of the affect on the US GDP will be provided sometime in the upcoming months by both auto [...]
Wi-Fi in the Sky’s
Remember when in-flight meals were free? Once airlines started charging for the meals, they found that far less people would eat it. A very similar situation is occurring with in-flight wireless internet access – a perk airlines expected would increase revenues isn’t as desirable when passengers have to pay for it. There are more than [...]
Save Money by Freezing Your Summer Vegetables and Fruits for Winter Months
The U.S Department of Agriculture predicts that the food you are buying from convenience stores, farmers’ markets and supermarkets are going to experience a price increase of 2 or 3% in 2009, and another 2.5 to 3.5% in 2010. If you don’t have one already, now might be a good time to consider a stand-alone [...]
Tougher Laws Mean Safer Kids
In light of the numerous recalls of children’s products and toys that have been pulled off the market and upset parents around the country, the Consumer Product Safety Commission is launching a new program that will help educate both domestic and overseas manufacturers as well as companies that import or distribute children’s good. The educational [...]
Clunkers Are Out, Green Is Still In
The “Cash for Clunkers” program may have come to an end but there is still some good news on the horizon for individuals who are looking for a good deal on cars in the near future. It is being reported that lending rates for vehicles may begin to climb higher in coming months, consumers who [...]
Don’t Go Broke Gaming Online
During the last few months of the year, time seems to drag on. Because of this, many people turn to online gaming to pass the time. Some of these games are free, but other websites make you pay to enjoy their catalog of different activities. Here are a few ways to enjoy online gaming without [...]
Signs of Housing Recovery May Be Premature
Many real estate analysts have stated that the housing market may have finally hit a bottom and that prices are beginning to stabilize. Mortgage lenders have tightened up their lending standards and many of the mortgage products which got consumers into situations where they couldn’t pay their loans are now off the market. There are [...]
Cash for Clunkers Program Comes to an End
When Congress passed the legislation which brought the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) program, more commonly known as “Cash for Clunkers”, many cried foul and contended that the legislation was nothing more than a subsidy to the automotive industry. Others stated it was a needed stimulus to the economy and would significantly increase the fuel [...]
Eat for Less in College
When students start off to college on their own, a lot of the time they’re practically broke throughout the semester. A lot of this is caused by careless spending of money, a lot of which is funneled into different food. Most of these foods are junk food, which may cost little, but it can make [...]
Getting Geared Up For Winter
The cold weather is coming, and in some places it’s already here. This is usually the time of year when many people realize they need to buy new supplies for the weather, especially clothing. This can be a problem for your budget, but there are a few ways to save money and stay warm. Clearance [...]
Different Money Management Techniques
During these economic times, it can still be easy to lose track of your money and throw it away on things you don’t need. But there are a few ways to manage your money, keep track of it, and help keep yourself from spending it frivolously. Savings – Each time you get a paycheck, take [...]
Cut Your Expenses in the Fall Holiday Season
Fall is among us, and with it brings Halloween and Thanksgiving. While these are not the priciest holidays, (let’s not forget Christmas!), there are still ways to save yourself some cash while you and your family celebrate this season. In this economy, any money saved is good money. Halloween – Of the two holidays, Halloween [...]
The Rising Cost of Entertainment
Even in these tough times, companies feel the need to raise prices of the things that Americans enjoy. This is especially true for people that enjoy going to the movie theatres. There are a few easy ways to save money, and still do the things that you enjoy. Set a Day Instead of going to [...]
Save Money By Attending Community College
Many people go straight to university after leaving high school, but for people without scholarships or grants, this can cost a lot of money. Because universities offer many different amenities, they charge a lot more for their classes and other things. The current economic climate may make it difficult in not impossible to continue your [...]
Renting Fun – The Best Way to Go?
DVDs and video games can be very expensive, especially if you enjoy them on a daily basis. Chains, like Blockbuster, have been renting both of them for years, but the price has shot up recently. Why is this? It’s most likely caused by the fact that focus has shifted from renting in-store to renting online. [...]
Simple Tips To Stave Off Old Man Winter
In most parts of the country, autumn is when the temperature starts to lower. For this reason, a lot of people end up spending a lot of money trying to stay warm. There are a few different ways to cut these costs without making much of a change to your current routine. Blankets – Instead [...]
Grow In This Economy
You may be able to save yourself at least a little bit of money buy growing your own vegetables in your very own garden. Follow these tips, and you could save yourself at least a little bit of cash by eating home-grown food. It may be hard to decide whether you would like to grow [...]
Couples Traveling Together Spark Romance
In the midst of struggling through this economy, a romantic retreat might be just what the doctor ordered to get back to being a couple and focusing on what matters most in your lives. The US Travel Association (USTA) released a series of studies showing the various benefits travelers realize by taking a vacation. “We [...]
It Is Only A Deal If You Save Money
Many of us are coupon clippers, hoping to save even a little bit of money on everyday needs. We also shop around for deals on different products, just in case we find a deal that seems like a steal. But sometimes these deals aren’t much of a deal at all. Here are a few tips [...]
Buying Organic – Is it Worth the Cost?
Over the past few years, many people have started to buy different kinds of organic products. Many of these products cost more than their non-organic counterparts. While some of these products may be a worthy investment, others may just be a marketing ploy to get more money out of their customers. Here are a few [...]
Does Buying In Bulk Really Save Money?
Different warehouse stores have been popping up around the country for many years. These stores offer normal products, such as toilet paper and food products, but in bulk. If you shop with a good eye in these stores, you can get much more product for your money. Here are a few tips to shopping wisely [...]
Global Recession = Cheap Vacations in Tahiti
If you’re looking to make a trip to Tahiti in the next year or so, you’re going to want to make sure that you get the best deal while traveling. The global economy isn’t doing so well, so that means there are less tourists traveling and you can get a lot of great deals right [...]
Saving Yourself from Cell Phone Companies
Cell phones are a basic means of communication in today’s society. Everyone has one, and if you don’t it can be very hard to communicate with anyone. Cell phone companies take advantage of this and charge outrageous amounts of money for their phones and their service. Here are some ways to stay connected in the [...]
Generic Prescriptions – Money Saver or Safety Hazard?
If you have been watching television lately, you may have seen advertisements from different pharmacies for very cheap generic prescriptions. If you buy prescriptions regularly, buying generic could save you large amounts of money. But are they safe? Generic prescriptions are made with the same active ingredients as the name-brand prescription that you may have [...]
Freebies – Worth Your Time?
Many companies offer freebies, such as mugs and t-shirts, just for signing up for their newsletter or other services. While these may seem like a great deal, when you break it down, they may not be worth your time. Spam Mail: Many of these companies sell your information to third-party companies. You may be excited [...]
How to Take Advantage of the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP)
Although President Obama announced his ambitious Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) on March 4th of this year, it is only now that most mortgage lenders have started to implement the plan. As homeowners continue to suffer with rising foreclosures, there has been a lot of criticism of President Obama’s plan as there is massive lack [...]
New Homes: A Better Deal than Foreclosures?
This is a guest post by Lee Fink. Lee is currently studying at the College of Southern Nevada with a major in Journalism. She hopes to pursue a career in editing. During the housing bubble, many people bought up houses at ridiculously low prices. They would then turn around and sell these homes for much [...]
This was a great article. I was just trying to figure out how my family could set up a budget ...
I find that I can nickle and dime myself to death! 
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