Two weeks ago, I wrote about how hoarding ends up costing us more time and money. I loved reading all of the comments, and it’s obviously something we all struggle with. I just wanted to share a little bit of my personal tragedy this year and how beneficial it’s been for me not to turning […]
Frustrated with not getting the cable or satellite TV service you really want? Are you tired of wasting money on channels you don’t watch? It’s time to stop wasting money and start getting the value you pay for. It’s all too common to let the cable or satellite TV bill sneak out of control until […]
I recently sold my home for $173,500 and this, combined with my move across the country, has me thinking a lot about home affordability. While I’m not anxious to buy again anytime soon, I was interested to see how my new local real estate market compares with the market I left behind a few months ago. […]
If you read or watch the news, you’ve likely noticed one scary thing: fraud is on the rise and perpetrators aren’t cutting victims any slack. This is even more evident as the holiday season gets closer, as consumers are trying to avoid the crazy shopping malls and opt to order gifts online instead. This is […]
Market analysts have discovered something surprising about human nature. When choosing a product we don’t know much about, we automatically assume the highest-priced item is also the highest quality. This carries over into our sensory perceptions, as well: consumers who eat more expensive pizza or drink more expensive wine claim these products taste better than […]
In early 2012, my garbage company offered me a deal: commit to them for two years, and in return, they wouldn’t raise my rates. Prices are always increasing, so I thought it would be smart to agree. I found my latest garbage bill in the mailbox this week, and it was higher than I remembered. […]
