Tag Archives: saving money
Smart Year-End Money Moves ’08 (Part 1)
Dec 26, 2008 - This is the time of year when most of us spend a lot more time thinking about tree-trimming than tax-trimming. But year-end is a time when you really should do some planning.
Saving Money on Holiday Shopping
Dec 03, 2008 - Saving money on gifts this holiday season is all about creativity and imagination. Just follow these Money Talks tips to save money on your holiday shopping.
10 Dollar Store Duds
Nov 03, 2008 - When it comes to saving a buck, your first instinct may be to shop at the closest dollar store. Might be a good idea, but just because something's a buck doesn't mean it's always the better buy.
5 Great Deals at the Dollar Store
Oct 29, 2008 - With prices rising on just about everything these days, finding bargains is more important than ever. Maybe that explains the popularity of dollar stores: store where everything costs a buck or less. But not every dollar item is a deal. Here are the five best...
8 Top Tips From A Money Saving Mom
Oct 08, 2008 - If you think you know how to save money, think again... When the Rachel Ray show was looking for the thriftiest mom in America, they found Margie Read.
Frugal Lessons from Southwest Airlines
Sep 08, 2008 - Southwest is the only airline turning a profit and by digging a littler deeper into their financial methodology, you'll find that adopting a few of their practices can save you money at home.
Are Modern Necessities Necessary?
Sep 03, 2008 - Looking for simple ways to save money? Cut out these six unnecessary necessities from your life and save hundreds each year.
205 Ways to Save Money
Aug 28, 2008 - This is an excerpt from my first book, Life or Debt. You won't be able to use every tip, but you'll definitely be able to use some!
How To Save Money (Avoid Money Pits)
Aug 15, 2008 - Saving an extra couple of hundred dollars each month is easier than you might think. It starts by taking a hard look at all the little expenses you rack up, and cutting the "money pits" from your daily spending.
$100 Hedge Funds
Aug 13, 2008 - Wouldn’t you like to have your savings in a place that would return double digits even when the stock market is lousy? There might be a way, providing you’re willing to "hedge" your bets.
Protecting Your Savings From Inflation
Aug 01, 2008 - If you're keeping money in the bank, you know how low rates are. And if you've done any food shopping lately, you know how high prices are. But what you may not have considered is what low savings rates and high inflation can do to your savings.
Setting Goals
Jul 24, 2008 - Hey, let’s go for a ride! Where do you want to go? Nowhere? Ok, we’ll just drive around aimlessly and hope we accidentally end up somewhere interesting. Hop in! That’s the way most people plan their financial life. They may have a vague idea of where they want to go, but they’re not really sure [...]
How to Screw Up Your Savings
Jul 09, 2008 - If you've got a retirement plan at work, stocks, mutual funds or other types of investments, you're already well on your way to savings-land. But, there are 5 common mistakes that will quickly steer you off track, definitely cost you money and potentially screw up your savings for good.
Automatic Bill Pay: Good Idea?
Jun 25, 2008 - Paying your bills online not only saves money, but trees, water and all kinds of other resources as well. But are they a good idea?
“Green Up” Your Laundry
Jun 12, 2008 - Save some money and the environment with tips to "green up" your laundry.
