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Even if you are living on a low income, it sometimes pays to buy the more expensive model of an item. Most merchandisers carry the same item in cheap to luxury model for different income demographics.  However, cheaper models can come with fewer features or not be very high quality. So, how do you know when you should buy something that might be better versus something that might be cheaper? When buying cosmetics, the price doesn’t equate to higher quality, but for tools, a higher price generally does mean a better construction. While looking at what you are buying is a good strategy to decide whether price matters or not, there are also other common sense rules you can use to determine when to pay a little more. (more…)

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Rentals are climbing as people opt to lease a house rather than buy one in chaotic financial times. The same reasons that make homebuyers cautious about major purchases, however, can also help them to decide on leasing other things with less financial risk. These days anyone can rent a car, a textbook, their wardrobe, a parking spot, or even a funeral casket and this arrangement can make sense in many cases. If you have a need, but unstable income or a mobile lifestyle, leasing can help you fulfill that need without committing to months of payments. You can rent for as little as the used time and then return the item in many cases. Consider the following choices that can put a little extra money in your wallet while upgrading your lifestyle. (more…)

If you’ve ever had trouble comparing airline flight costs online, this week’s new airline rules will make that chore a lot easier and more transparent. The Transportation Department has put in place rules that do not allow airlines to exclude taxes and fees that might have previously been eliminated in a bid to get the sale, only springing up at the last minute upon checkout. (more…)

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January is almost done! Are you keeping your resolutions so far? Here’s some help for that resolution to be better with your money this year! Enjoy. (more…)

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The fuel prices are on the rise again, forcing us to stretch our budget even more. This means that we really have to make the time to organize and plan out every trip to make it as economical as possible.  (more…)

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We’re not talking about currency conversion, here either. (more…)

Hope everyone is sticking those new year’s resolutions so far! Most people try to recommit to saving money, and we’re to help you do that!  (more…)

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The Great Recession has taken its toll on all of us.  Austerity measures can be found most everywhere.  Even Her Royal Highness, The Queen of Great Britain has not been spared by the plummeting economy.  And once again in October of 2010, more cuts and new changes have been put into law. (more…)

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Deals of the Week January 3rd – 9th

Welcome 2012!  Do you have many new resolutions for the new year?  Do you want to make this the best year ever?  Let’s start by saving money with our weekly specials: (more…)

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We hope you had a most wonderful Christmas and enjoyed the time spent with family and friends. Right now, after Christmas, retailers are offering many fantastic deals to make room for next years merchandise.  Should you need to exchange that not so perfect gift or have a collection of gift cards, now is the time to see what you can get for your money. (more…)