Archive for April, 2011
How To Keep Eating Well On a Budget
As the state of the economy becomes more and more uncertain, many families are obviously tightening their budgets. Cutting back on grocery costs is a great way to save money and you don’t necessarily have to sacrifice the quality of your meals. In order to keep eating well on a budget you’ll have to start [...]
Start Planning Your Spring Garden
It probably goes without saying, but growing your own food can work wonders for cutting down your grocery bill. But I know what you’re thinking’I can’t even keep houseplants alive, or I don’t have the room to grow anything. Nonsense! You don’t have to put in a half-acre plot and be entirely self-sustainable, but if [...]
The Thrift Store Junkie Strikes Again
“I’m cutting you a deal,” she said. “Those books are really old. I should be charging you more for them.” With twenty dollar bill in clenched fist, I steady myself and prepare to wage war. “You always do this to me!” I reply. “You can’t change the prices once I come to the counter.” It’s [...]
Friday Finance Findings for April 15th
April 15th? Oh no, taxes are due! Well, not quite. Obviously if you’re an avid personal finance reader you know that the tax deadline has been pushed to Monday the 18th because of Emancipation day which falls on Saturday, thus is being observed in Washington D.C. today. So if you’ve felt under the gun and [...]
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