It’s possible for the back-to-school shopping list and your budget to co-exist peacefully. If you plan it just right, you can have an all-out shopping spree that will send your kids back to the classroom with the gear and clothes they want while other families are cutting back. Arm yourself with these shopping strategies so you can make the most of your money. Save Money on the Basics Make a list. Knowing the basic supplies your child needs for school will prevent you from wasting money. While your first grader might think it's cool to have a miniature stapler, it's unlikely the … [Read more...]
9 Unique Ways to Have Cash-in-Hand Tomorrow
July 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Many people, especially college students, need a little extra cash, and they need it quickly. If you are one of the millions that could use a few extra dollars here and there through installment loans or other methods, you may be surprised to find that there are tons of ways to make a quick buck. All you need is what you already have, and a little bit of time (though, of course, not much!). Make some fast money with these nine easy tips. Donate Plasma If you are OK with needles, and don't mind giving up a little bit of yourself for the good of others, you can donate plasma. In most areas, … [Read more...]
4 Signs You Need a New Car
July 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
All people eventually reach the end of the line with their car. Cars aren’t built to last forever. The problem is learning when to let go. People want to save a dollar, and there's a sentimental attachment to the old beater with the driver's side door that doesn’t quite work, but you need to call it quits at some point. Here’s 4 signs to tell you when your car has been used too long. Smoke From the Hood http://www.flickr.com/photos/stevan/24981622/sizes/m/in/photostream/ Seems simple, right? There shouldn’t be smoke under the hood. Of course, this isn’t always an indication of the … [Read more...]
Benefits of Music Downloading
July 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The iTunes music store is chock full of music to download. They even managed to land the Beatles’ coveted album collection to offer for sale, a real coup in the digital music business. Want the new Lady Gaga album, or a hard to find copy of the first release from the Sisters of Mercy? Just log into your account, and you can either buy the entire album, or select a few favored songs for purchase. The simplicity and ease of downloadable music explains why it is a format that has taken off at an explosive pace. Not simply relegated to one provider, Apple nonetheless seems to offer … [Read more...]