From the monthly archives:

January 2010

Frugal Ways to Redecorate Your Children’s Bedrooms

January 9, 2010

It seems like kids outgrow their room décor almost as quickly as they outgrow their clothes. They like a certain theme or cartoon character, so you decorate their room with it. Then in a few months, their interests have changed and they’re ready for something new. Changing your child’s bedroom décor can put a huge [...]

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Tips for Preparing for Your Kids’ College Education

January 8, 2010

College isn’t something that most kids start thinking about until their high school years. But for parents, it’s never too early to start planning for higher education. College costs aren’t getting any lower, and it would be a shame to be unable to send a child who is eager to learn to a good school [...]

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Pay Bills Promptly and Save

January 7, 2010

Some people never seem to pay their bills on time. In some cases, it’s simply a matter of forgetting to pay them by the due date. In others, it’s because they are living paycheck to paycheck and don’t have the money to pay them when they’re due. But no matter what the reason may be, [...]

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Helpful Tips on What to Do When Your Partner Is Financially Out of Control

January 6, 2010

It’s a well-known fact that financial issues are the most common reason for divorce. Even in unmarried couples, disagreements about how to manage money can cause serious problems, and may end the relationship. We all have our own ideas about what we should do with our money, and when these ideas clash with those of [...]

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Save Money Online by Using Online Discount Codes

January 5, 2010

When we go shopping, many of us seek out coupons to save money. 50 cents or so saved on an item might not seem like much, but when you save that much on several items, it can add up in a hurry. And sometimes you can find coupons that will save you a dollar or [...]

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How to Live on One Income

January 4, 2010

In today’s world, most families are dual-income families. It’s much easier to keep the bills paid and buy the things we need and want when both parents are working. But things do not always work out that way. Whether it’s due to divorce, job loss or some other reason, an increasing number of families are [...]

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College Students: Pros and Cons of Moving Back with Parents to Save Money

January 3, 2010

When we go to college, we often get our first taste of independence. Our parents often pay for our schooling and help with some expenses, but we’re responsible for coming up with spending money and taking care of our living quarters. It can be a bit of a rude awakening, but it’s also good practice [...]

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What to Do When You Can’t Afford to Make Minimum Debt Payments

January 2, 2010

There are few consumers who haven’t heard the sage advice offered by those who are all too familiar with credit card debt. “Pay off your balance in full every month.” “Don’t charge more than you could afford to pay cash for.” Or, “Never exceed half of your credit limit.” Following this advice will make your [...]

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Make a Shopping List and Save

January 1, 2010

Grocery shopping can be notoriously hard on the budget. We understand that we can’t necessarily spend the same amount on groceries each week, so we give ourselves a little wiggle room. But all too often, that wiggle room eats into other areas of the budget. There are several ways that we can save on groceries. [...]

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