We may have just rung in the new year, but now is the perfect time to start thinking ahead to tax day. If you usually find yourself scrambling to get all of your documents together on April 15th, a little advance planning and work can make filing go much more smoothly. While tax preparation and […]
Today marks the start of a new year, which is a good time to assess your finances and make sure everything’s in order. As the new year gets underway, here’s what you should consider: Income Do you know where your money comes from? This is just as important as knowing where your money goes. You […]
Each new year, your excellent intentions are put to the test. You desperately want to escape from the ever-mounting pressure of your debt — and you resolve to do so. Unfortunately, the ability to stick to your resolutions eludes you. With your resolution to save and budget better, you create a convoluted spreadsheet, including every […]
One of the ways that you can spend less on certain purchases is to buy items that come with rebates. A rebate can save you anywhere from 50 cents to $20 or more on an item. Getting that rebate isn’t always straightforward, though, and you could miss out if the paperwork is lost. Here are […]
Another new iPhone is on sale, proving yet again that the “cult of Apple” has staying power. But purchasing Apple products can get expensive — I know. My husband and I each have a MacBook Pro, and I also have an iMac, an iPad, and an iPod Touch! The good news is that we’ve found […]
The beginning of fall signals the arrival of allergies for many people. Knowing a few frugal home treatments can save you a bundle, since managing allergies can be quite expensive. The good news is that you’ll feel better in the process, too. 1. Frugal solutions for pet allergies If you’re allergic to pets, like cats […]
