Category Archives: Saving
Change Your Financial Mindset to Start Saving Money
Saving money often presents a problem. You know you need to start saving, but you can spare so little thanks to your debt, you figure why even bother. Well, I’m going to let you in on a secret: every little bit counts. It’s better to save one dollar than to save no dollars at all…. Read More »
Make 2010 the Year of Financial Freedom with a Spending Plan
Sometimes it seems that the more ambitious the New Year’s resolution, the more likely it is to fall by the wayside as the year progresses. But, believe it or not, resolving to lower spending can be an exception to the rule. It all depends on how you tackle it. Sure, the ideal budget works by… Read More »
Start the New Year Right with a Realistic New Spending Plan
Gone are the days when losing weight or kicking a smoking habit were top New Year’s resolutions. This year, it’s all about the money. And for good reason. With millions of Americans facing foreclosure, out of work or otherwise struggling to pay the bills, it’s time for a real change. It’s time we stopped procrastinating… Read More »
How to Have an Affordable Christmas Party
Mention holiday expenses, and most folks think of immediately of the gifts. But the little costs of Christmas cheer can add up, too. Take the typical holiday party. I have one every year. We’re not talking anything fancy or expensive – just a casual gathering of friends for appetizers, drinks and Christmas movies – and… Read More »
Holiday Shoppers Going Online to Find Deals
Old-fashioned coupons are going high-tech. With folks looking for ways to stretch their budgets this holiday season, millions of consumers who once scoffed at the idea of penny-pinching are turning to coupons. But rather than clipping them from magazines or packages the way Grandma used to do, they’re going online. Many coupon providers saw record… Read More »