Don’t get fooled by the Black Friday hype. You don’t need to shop on Black Friday to save money on holiday gifts. However, if TVs, appliances or jewelry are on your shopping list, then Black Friday is the day for you. For everything else on your list, I have some tips to save you money …
The first thing most people think of when they think of buying tech gadgets is how expensive they are. While some tech gadgets are expensive and are luxury items, there are many items that will actually save you money. Some may pay for themselves in less than a year. Here are some of my top …
Pet owners know pets are part of the family. You’d do anything for them. However, caring for pets can become quite expensive, though it doesn’t have to be. Here are some great ways to save money on your furry and even non-furry friends: Saving on Toys While we love our pets and want to shower …
It’s still August, I know, but let’s talk back-to-school shopping. Whether you love it or hate it, back-to-school shopping must happen. To retailers and shoppers alike, the back-to-school season is has turned into more of a holiday in terms of spending, deals and the bottom line. In fact, the National Retail Federation announced total spending …
Summer is always a time when homeowners make lists of home renovations projects they’d like to tackle. While the cost of home renovation is not cheap, it can actually become a way for you to save money in the long run. Here are some times when home renovations can actually be good for your bank …
Over the last few months, we have covered many different tips and tricks to help you save money throughout your life. We’ve covered saving on weddings, how to save every day, and even how to save on your gardening. But one of the easiest ways is to take advantage of sales cycles. Sales cycles are …
If you are like me, spring gets you itching to tackle some home improvement projects. After a long, cold winter, I’ve usually got a mile-long list of things to have done around the outside of the house. Not only do these projects require time, they also require money. But, as always, the frugal side of …
Many kids go off to college and have no clue how to budget their money to get them through a week, month or even the entire school year. And once they graduate and start working, it’s a clumsy path of learning how to live on their own without putting themselves in debt. I’ve always believed …
Wedding season is upon us, and my family is right in the middle of it. According to a report by USA Today, New Jersey ranks No. 2 in the country for the highest cost of weddings. A typical N.J. wedding averages around $38,000. Compare that to No. 50 where a typical wedding in Mississippi runs …
The most common resolutions for the New Year are to eat healthier, get more exercise and to save more money. Each of these resolutions can be tackled by making small changes in your life. For instance, the simple act of drinking more water can help you eat healthier. Taking the stairs instead of the elevator …
