Archive for 'Around The House'
10 Ways Americans Waste Money
Sep 26, 2011 - Saving money isn't as hard as it seems. Step 1? Stop needlessly blowing it. Take a look at the following checklist and see if you're guilty of wasting cash.
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Sep 23, 2011 - In less than a second, and with virtually no effort, you can qualify to win a T-shirt guaranteed to be a conversation-starter.
The 5 Best Bargains in Pro Sports
Sep 23, 2011 - Football season is here again, but maybe you should pass – and make an end run to some other sporting events that are cheaper and just as much fun.
Penny Foolish: How 6 Tiny Money Leaks Cost Me $1,702 Annually
Sep 22, 2011 - How much could I save by just adding up the little things I fail to do? Oh, more than $1,000 a year. But more than likely, I still won't do them.
The Cheapest Groceries Online: Wal-Mart vs. Amazon
Sep 22, 2011 - Consumer Reports compared three big-name websites to find out which one sells the cheapest groceries. Guess who won...
The Best Flavored Water – and How to Make Your Own
Sep 22, 2011 - Flavored water is all the rage – and that means deals are hard to find. So why not flavor your own?
How Feeding My Dogs Raw Meat Saves Money
Sep 21, 2011 - It sounds radical, and it is controversial. But can feeding your dog a diet of raw meat save you money? And can it save your dog's health?
Secrets to Success, Part 1: Connecting Your Goals to Your Core Values
Sep 19, 2011 - From losing weight to saving more, goals are the way to get things done. So why are they so hard to stick to? Here's Part 1 in a series about overcoming the obstacles that keep you from following through.
5 Ways to Save 50 Percent on Furniture
Sep 16, 2011 - Furniture is expensive, and unless you monitor prices regularly you're never sure exactly how much you saved – did they mark it up before they marked it down? Here are some best bets for big discounts.
What to Do When the Government Says You’re Dead
Sep 12, 2011 - It happens more often than you think: The federal government tells everyone you've died when you're still very much alive. But the result is the death of your bank accounts, credit cards, and worse.
Walmart Coffee vs. Starbucks. Guess Who Wins?
Aug 19, 2011 - Who would pay twice the price for the same quality? According to Consumer Reports, if you're buying Starbucks coffee, you are.
Ask Karla: What’s Really in the Products I Buy?
Aug 18, 2011 - We see Nutrition Facts on foods from the grocery store, but do restaurants have to provide nutrition info? Do cosmetics companies have to divulge all of their products' ingredients? Karla answers a reader's questions.
How Often Do You Wash Your Jeans?
Aug 16, 2011 - Is it smart or gross to save money by washing your clothes less often? Or is it both?
How to Cut Your Restaurant Bill in Half
Aug 11, 2011 - If you still aren't using Restaurant gift certificates every time you eat out, you're throwing away money that you could be putting into a savings account or using to pay down debts. Here's everything you need to know to get started.
How to Live in Luxurious Homes for Free
Aug 10, 2011 - Living rent-free isn't something many of us can do past our teenage years – but for the right kind of person, it's possible. Learn how and see if you have what it takes to be a house-sitting pro.
