Archive for September, 2009
Recession Sends Illegals Packing
Sep 10, 2009 - The number of undocumented workers in this country has dropped by millions over the last couple of years. Is because of enforcement, or is it because of debt?
Borrowing Without Bankers
Sep 10, 2009 - Websites like Prosper.com allow you to skip the bank and get a loan from an individual willing to lend.
Way to Save #52: Raise Your Deductibles
Sep 09, 2009 - The easiest and fastest way to lower insurance bills is to raise deductibles. Going from a $250 to a $1,000 deductible can reduce your home or car coverage cost by 20%, and only takes about three minutes.
Rip-Off HDMI Cables?
Sep 08, 2009 - What's the difference between $50 HDMI cables and $5 ones? … The price.
Mortgage Meltdown: The Risks of Walking Away
Sep 08, 2009 - Can you simply walk away from an upside down mortgage, when you owe more than your house is worth?
Way to Save #51: Consolidate Your Insurance
Sep 08, 2009 - Some insurance companies offer substantial discounts for insuring both your home and car. See if yours is one, consolidate both plans under the same company, and enjoy the savings.
Way to Save #50: Make Travel Less Taxing
Sep 07, 2009 - Keep a little notebook in your car so you can record the mileage you log on deductible trips. Trips to the doctor, job-hunting trips, trips for charity: all deductible, which means you could be on the road to lower taxes.
Way to Save #49: Keep Change In Your Car
Sep 06, 2009 - How many times have you not fed a parking meter because you couldn’t find any change? Keep some in your car at all times and avoid unnecessary tickets.
Way to Save #48: Don’t Buy Car Rental Insurance
Sep 05, 2009 - Car rental insurance policies (technically not actually insurance, but a fee you’re paying to offset any damage you cause) rank high among the western world’s great rip-offs. Your regular car insurance or possibly even your gold credit card will often render it unnecessary. If you need it, you may have to buy it – but [...]
Way to Save #47: Shop Rental Cars
Sep 04, 2009 - If you’re going to rent a car, comparison-shop heavily. Prices differ a bunch depending on company, current demand and location. Don’t hesitate to pit companies against each other. And ask as many times as possible about special deals, promotions, coupons, and any source of potential savings such as membership in AARP or AAA. Even while [...]
Way to Save #46: Use Rebuilt Parts In Your Car
Sep 03, 2009 - If they’ll work as well, try used or rebuilt parts in your car. Your mechanic or body shop will know if OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts are necessary or desirable. If they are, fine. But if they’re not, you can save a bundle.
Way to Save #45: Upgrade Your Mechanic
Sep 02, 2009 - The best way to save money on cars is to keep yours as long as possible, and the best way to do that is to have it serviced well and regularly. To find a good mechanic, try calling some classified ads placed by people selling cars similar to yours. They might have a good suggestion. [...]
5 Words Insurance Companies Hate
Sep 02, 2009 - Using the wrong words could delay or even have an insurance claim tossed out.
Way to Save #44: Empty Out Your Trunk
Sep 01, 2009 - Lighten up your car. Roof racks hurt mileage by spoiling your aerodynamics. If you don’t use ‘em, lose ‘em. To increase your mileage even more, take the excess weight out of your car. Things like golf clubs don’t need to be driven around everywhere.
