Angela Colley

My personal tag line might be, “There is probably a coupon for that.” At a young age, I mistook my parent’s coupon clipping for a game and I wanted to treasure hunt at the grocery store when I grew up. Now, I’m a freelance personal finance writer living in New Orleans, and while I realize there aren’t games to play at the grocery store, I still see saving money as kind of a big kid treasure hunt. When I’m not deal hunting, you can usually find me at a dog park, a local festival, or in my kitchen trying to master cooking.

9 Android Tablet Apps You’ll Take Into the Bathroom
9 Android Tablet Apps You’ll Take Into the Bathroom

on March 15, 2012

If you own an Android tablet, it can be just as magical as the “new” iPad that Apple just recently announced. Here are some addictive Android apps you’ll want to take everywhere.

4 Reasons I’m Skipping the New iPad
4 Reasons I’m Skipping the New iPad

on March 8, 2012

The new iPads are out, but that doesn’t mean you should buy one. Here’s why I’m not.

10 Ways to Save Time and Money at Garage Sales
10 Ways to Save Time and Money at Garage Sales

on March 5, 2012

Want to pay $5 for a bookshelf, $1 for baby clothes, or 10 cents for a wine glass? Garage sales are full of great deals – if you know how to shop ’em.

Do Book Clubs Really Save Money?
Do Book Clubs Really Save Money?

on March 2, 2012

Five hardcover books for less than a buck sure sounds like a super deal. But is it really?

3 Ways to Get Better Customer Service From Your Wireless Provider
3 Ways to Get Better Customer Service From Your Wireless Provider

on March 1, 2012

Dread calling your wireless provider’s customer service department? You’re not alone. Next time, use these tips and things will go better.

How I Furnished My Entire House for $716.97
How I Furnished My Entire House for $716.97

on February 22, 2012

I’m too cheap to buy new furniture, and too style-conscious for an egg-crate coffee table. So I found an affordable middle ground.

9 Sites to Save Money on Craft Supplies
9 Sites to Save Money on Craft Supplies

on February 21, 2012

You could go broke going to local stories to buy all the supplies you need for scrapbooking, knitting, or jewelry making. Here are some cheaper online alternatives.

5 Cell Phone Accessories You Should NEVER Buy From Your Wireless Provider
5 Cell Phone Accessories You Should NEVER Buy From Your Wireless Provider

on February 15, 2012

Wireless providers jack up the prices of cases, chargers, headphones, and other accessories. Shop elsewhere and save.

11 Small Ways to Waste Your Security Deposit
11 Small Ways to Waste Your Security Deposit

on February 7, 2012

We all know that big damages take a big hit out of your security deposit, but little damages add up too. Look out for these things when you’re moving out.

19 Uses for Baking Soda, Dryer Sheets, and Beer
19 Uses for Baking Soda, Dryer Sheets, and Beer

on February 2, 2012

Why buy a new kitchen cleaner or hair conditioner if you already own something that will do the job? Common household items like vinegar, salt, and baking soda have a ton of uses around the house. Here are 19 ideas to get you started.

5 Stupid Little Ways I Wasted $35.94 This Week
5 Stupid Little Ways I Wasted $35.94 This Week

on February 2, 2012

It’s not just the big things you buy that cost you money. You could be wasting money every day on the little things – I sometimes do. Here’s how I wasted money this week without realizing it.

8 Places to Save on Green Household Products
8 Places to Save on Green Household Products

on January 27, 2012

Going green doesn’t have to mean going broke. Here are eight sites that sell eco-friendly household products cheap.

Your USPS Money Order Is Lost. What Now?
Your USPS Money Order Is Lost. What Now?

on January 26, 2012

So your USPS money order is lost in the mail somewhere? You can get a replacement, but it’s going to take some work.

Why I Returned My iPad, and How I Made Money Doing It
Why I Returned My iPad, and How I Made Money Doing It

on January 23, 2012

The Apple iPad isn’t the only tablet on the market. In fact, you can find an Android tablet with similar specs and a much lower price.

5 Ways to Spot a Bad Landlord
5 Ways to Spot a Bad Landlord

on January 20, 2012

You’re stuck with your landlord as long as you live in your rental property. Get a bad one, and you might end up miserable. Take these steps to make sure you don’t.

Using Social Networking to Land a Job? 4 Things Not to Do
Using Social Networking to Land a Job? 4 Things Not to Do

on January 12, 2012

Social networking can lead to bigger and better jobs, but it can also cost you the one you have (or the one you want). Make sure you don’t have any of these social networking bad habits.

Your Paycheck Bounced: What Now?
Your Paycheck Bounced: What Now?

on January 11, 2012

Didn’t realize a paycheck could bounce? Me either. But at least you can get what’s coming to you – if you follow these 8 steps.

Dollar bill
Why I Never Shop at Dollar Stores

on January 10, 2012

Are you a dollar store detester or devotee? You won’t catch me in one. Here’s why.

T-Mobile Ditches FlexPlay – How It Affects You
T-Mobile Ditches FlexPlay – How It Affects You

on January 5, 2012

If you’re like me and have a T-Mobile smartphone with the awesome Flex Pay plan – well, the good ol’ days are going away. Here’s what else you can do.

4 Steps to Take as Soon as You Say ‘I Don’t’
4 Steps to Take as Soon as You Say ‘I Don’t’

on January 4, 2012

Breaking up is hard to do – but you can at least make the money part easier. Remember these financial steps during your divorce, and a tough time will go much smoother.

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