Earn, Save & Live Smart
Who doesn’t want a clean home and a safer environment in which to live? Whether it is the bathroom, living room, kitchen, or other rooms in one’s residence, everyone has to clean at one time or another. With the economy still struggling along, finding affordable cleaners can be as easy as purchasing or making … Read more
Teri Gault, founder and CEO of TheGroceryGame.com, was intent on saving her family money. Her commonsense, home-style approach to good living included collecting coupons and matching them to grocery store sales. Eventually, this hobby became a passion. Teri would share her money-saving ideas with family and friends, who were more than impressed… Today, Teri shares … Read more
It should not come as a huge surprise that many Americans are shopping for generic brands these days in order to save a dollar here and a dollar there. The big question, however, becomes: Which generic brands are right for you and your family when applicable, and when are you better off going with the … Read more
Florida is one of the greatest destination spots when you are planning a vacation. The sunny weather and many amusement parks make it appealing to people of all ages. There are several things you can do to save money on your travel costs and to make it so you truly enjoy your vacation. Vacation … Read more
Taking a vacation can be expensive. An overseas trip to anywhere will cost at least $1,000, though it will typically cost much more. A weekend jaunt to a state near you can still cost a few hundred dollars, and a longer trip can easily rival those taken overseas. An easy way to save money while … Read more
July 4 is near! Are you ready to razzle dazzle in your boldest red, white, and blue? It’s your patriotic duty to don your stars, stripes, and most Americana ensembles on the Fourth of July. If these colors aren’t found in your closet already, not to worry! There are lots of patriotic pieces available right … Read more
Money Saving Tips for Students 1. Plan Ahead It seems tedious and somewhat laborious for those not used to financial responsibility, but a quick spreadsheet for planning out a budget can be very useful. Put aside a couple of hours before term starts, find all your paperwork, log on to your bank accounts; … Read more
Are credit cards a danger to you or not? If you ask most people that question, they’ll probably say something like “As long as I pay my credit card bills in full each month, they’re not a problem.” Well guess what? They might still be a danger, even if you do pay you them in … Read more
Why does everything have to be new? Why do second hand items have an undeserving stigma attached to them? You’ll save money without compromising quality or durability when you buy second hand. Buy These Items Second Hand – The Top 5 1. Clothes The most obvious suggestion, second hand clothes are not hard to come … Read more
What and how your child learns about money matters are life-long lessons. What is your child learning? There are three important money lessons to teach your children. Adults are faced with a number of financial tasks including budgeting, paying bills and saving for retirement. When they have kids, people become responsible for a lot more … Read more