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All of our money-saving tips that didn't cleanly into an existing category.

May 2013
16

5 Ways to Save on Trash Removal

by Jessica Bosari
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These trash removal methods are saving many families money.

There is no doubt about it. The cost of trash removal seems to be steadily increasing. It’s not just because of the rising cost of fuel, either. The cost of fuel has risen some, but the cost of trash removal is rising more. As more landfills reach capacity, there aren’t enough alternative methods to manage waste. You end up holding the bill, but there are some ways you can cut costs.Read the rest...

May 2013
8

8 Ways to Kick Impulse Buying to the Curb

by Jessica Bosari
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Use these tips to reign in impulse spending.

Impulse buys, while they can be thrilling for some, are also a destroyer of budgets for many. No matter how much you try to save money and plan your expenses accordingly, resisting temptation and out-of-budget purchases can be difficult to resist. Fortunately, you have some ways to curb these impulse buys:Read the rest...

May 2013
6

A Work Wardrobe for a Whole Lot Less

by Jessica Bosari
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Making a few smart choices can save you a lot on your work wardrobe.

Believe it or not, you don’t need to spend a fortune to look your best at work. With a little creative thinking you can dress for success on a tiny budget. So whether you have just landed your dream job or working you way up the corporate ladder, there is no need to max out the credit card to look the part. Here are nine ways to step out in style:Read the rest...

Apr 2013
29

Time to Reevaluate Your College Plans

by Jessica Bosari
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With a Bachelor’s degree not what it once was, you might decide to streamline your education and put off a higher degree till later.

Obtaining a college education has become more difficult in recent years. Prices have skyrocketed, while class offerings have been severely reduced and quality professors have been laid off. Recent high school graduates often look at receiving a four-year college education at a local affordable community college. But the value of a bachelor's degree is rapidly diminishing. It may time to reevaluate your college plans.Read the rest...

Apr 2013
28

How to Be a Yard Sale Ninja and Profit from Your Finds

by Jessica Bosari
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Mastering the art of yardsaling can save you money and be a great way to score a tidy profit.

Yard sales are a great place to score bargains. For the creative and crafty inclined, they're also fertile ground for finding raw materials that can be bought and renovated for a tidy profit. If you go into a yard sale with a game plan, you can be in and out of them with a great investment.Read the rest...

Mar 2013
29

5 Sites to Get the Cheapest Printer Ink Cartridges

by Jessica Bosari
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First, know what printer ink you need, then the kind you want and finally, where to go to get it.

A business or home office relies heavily on a functioning printer. It may sit there unused for days, but when you come to print that one important document, you find it is out of ink. This is truly frustrating because cartridges are an ongoing cost and if you are not careful, this cost can quickly add up. Buying cartridges online is one way to find quality products for a good price. Online companies offer a range of choices too. With the right information, buying low-cost, quality ink cartridges is easy. Here are five of the best sites to order printer ink cartridges for bargain prices:Read the rest...

Mar 2013
24

Overcoming a Felony Past to Get a Job in the Present

by Jessica Bosari
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felony convictionA stupid mistake when you're young can cause a felony conviction that haunts you forever.

How often do we see a fist fight lead to a felony conviction? Sometimes it’s just a matter of being young and naïve about the risks of criminal behavior. One brief moment of poor judgment can become a life-altering mistake. Many employers have a policy of never hiring a convicted felon. The steps you take following your conviction can help you fight this bias and rebuild your life and career.Read the rest...

Mar 2013
10

Affordable Luxury: Expensive Tastes, Reality and Finding a Happy Median

by Jessica Bosari
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affordable luxuryGet Smart about Buying Affordable Luxury 

There are many reasons people want expensive things. When an expensive item is higher quality and saves you money in the long run, it’s a smart buy. But sometimes, a darker more sinister reason drives us to crave high-priced goods. Our unmet emotional needs drive us to seek fulfillment in the wrong places. Fear, anxiety, jealousy, insecurity and a range of emotions that don’t serve us well can drive us when making buying decisions.Read the rest...

Feb 2013
25

Men Think Money Can Buy Love… Are They Right?

by Jessica Bosari
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spending on loveSince Valentine’s Day, many of us are experiencing a bit of buyer’s remorse, learning the spending we put into the holiday doesn’t bring the benefits of love and affection we had hoped. Recent studies seem to show why single men spend considerably more on Valentine’s Day than their married counterparts do, yet often feel disappointed in the outcome.Read the rest...

Feb 2013
24

Mindfulness in Money Management: Finding True Value

by Jessica Bosari
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mindful money managementTo put it most simply, becoming aware of the emotions behind your actions can help you see the true reality of your financial circumstances, rather than the twisted views we create when emotions have the run of our lives. It’s about detaching yourself from connections that do not serve your greatest good and often damage your ability to make smart money management decisions.Read the rest...