Archive for November, 2009
5 Ways to Save on Thanksgiving Dinner
Nov 11, 2009 - Don't "starve" your budget this Thanksgiving with 5 ways to save on your Thanksgiving dinner.
Way to Save #115: Don't Waste Water
Nov 11, 2009 - You don’t need to run the water while you’re shaving or brushing your teeth, so turn it off whenever you can.
Way to Save #114: Water Early
Nov 10, 2009 - Try to water your lawn between 6 and 8 AM. That minimizes evaporation.
Way to Save #113: Think Low Flow
Nov 09, 2009 - Put your water on restriction. Low-flow showerheads can save a family up to $200 per year by reducing water flow by up to 50%.
Way to Save #112: Dress For Success
Nov 08, 2009 - Don’t try to stay dressed in shorts all winter long. Wear clothing appropriate to the season, and adjust your thermostat accordingly.
Way to Save #111: Use Your Fireplace
Nov 07, 2009 - Wood is still usually cheaper than gas. But be sure and close your flue tightly when you’re not using it, and make sure the fit is snug. Caulk around the hearth. If you don’t use your fireplace at all, plug and seal your chimney flue.
Holiday Air Travel Tips
Nov 06, 2009 - Tips for travelers during the busiest travel time of the year.
Way to Save #110: The Furnace Pilot Light
Nov 06, 2009 - Turn off your furnace pilot light in the summer. You can also save by turning off your stove’s pilot light and using a lighter.
Way to Save #109: Plant A Tree
Nov 05, 2009 - A tree planted on the south side of your house can provide shade in the summer. Don’t plant an evergreen, though: you want those leaves gone in the winter.
Way to Save #108: Fix Leaky Faucets
Nov 04, 2009 - Don’t be a drip. Leaky faucets are a problem, but leaking hot water is an emergency. Hot water drips can cost you $25 per month!
Free Cell Phones, Free Minutes
Nov 04, 2009 - Thanks to a program called "Lifeline", many Americans who can not afford one are eligible to receive a free cell phone with free minutes.
Ignoring the IRS Doesn’t Make Them Go Away
Nov 03, 2009 - When you owe somebody money and can't pay, ignoring them is usually not your best course of action. But ignoring the IRS is NEVER your best course of action.
Way to Save #107: Blanket Your Water Heater
Nov 03, 2009 - Stay out of hot water. You can buy a water heater blanket for about $15 that will save you about $50 per year. And while you’re at it, insulate the pipes as well. If you can set your water heater to only be used at certain times of the day and turned off at night, [...]
After Your Unemployment Benefits End… ?
Nov 02, 2009 - What should you do if your unemployment benefits end and you still haven't found a job?
