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By mamica 0 comments
International phone calls can cost thousands of dollars per year. For anyone that stays in contact with family around the world, there is way to save up to 90% per bill. Speedypin is a the least expensive alternative to dialing directly... more »
By GreenMomma 3 comments
If you really want to save money, this method is the bare bones way to go about it. It will be a lifestyle change for most people but you will find it saves a LOT of money... more »
By Desula 7 comments
I've been using eHow.com for 3 months now and have learned a great many things. Not only through my personal research to write articles did I learn, but I've learned many handy tips, recipes, services that I was not aware of to save money by ... more »
By momandpopoften 2 comments
As parents of ten children, we’ve spent a fortune on baby diapers! Finding every possible way to save money on diapers (as well as everything else!) has been a constant mission of ours. We’ve recently discovered a new program that gives you ... more »
By ChristinaEllis 2 comments
The rising fuel costs are driving food costs with an estimation of a 30% increase by this summer. If you are already struggling to make ends meet, how do you suppose to provide for these additional costs? Here are a few ideas that may help to ... more »
By Gump87 0 comments
This is how to save a ton of money on batteries... more »
By Save and Make Money 2 comments
Prices have really gotten out of hand rather quickly and it is safe to assume that almost everyone is feeling the pinch. In this article I can show you how to save money on just the very small things that may cost you money everyday... more »
By 01 WriterGig 9 comments
As a way to earn extra cash and de-clutter at the same time, selling your used books online is a winner. The process is simple, and it only takes seconds to list your books by entering the ISBN numbers. Recent textbooks, non fiction and some ... more »
By wordwhirler 5 comments
You've probably noticed the signs posted in front of your local jewelry store advertising the guaranteed best price for your broken and unwanted gold jewelry. The guaranteed best price? Really? How can you be sure? If you've been thinking ... more »
By LilacGirl 7 comments
Many people aren't aware of something called a salvage grocery store. Also sometimes known as a surplus grocery store, or a discount grocery store. You can often save as much as 30% to 50% on your grocery bill by shopping at a surplus grocery ... more »
By Francine Sanchez 5 comments
An outing to the movie theatre can get expensive, especially when candy prices are inflated to 3-4x their worth. Sneaking candy into a movie theatre may seem fiendish, but it will save the movie goer a lot of money and is not ... more »
By 3Amy Jaine 6 comments
Work place coupon club can work out very well, with very little effort. Learn out how to start one in your work place with ease... more »
By fossilflower 10 comments
Saving money on groceries is about getting organized. It isn't about loading up on "generic" products. You can have most kitchen & household comforts at a discounted price if you train yourself to think resourcefully & act ... more »
By AgesAgo 1 comments
Using fruits and cereals will help make a small dish seem larger and your food dollars go further. Use smaller baking dishes to make twice as many pies or cakes. Save on food storage containers by recycling anything and everything with a lid... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 0 comments
White vinegar has been a kitchen staple for many years. It has done duty as a cleaner, neutralizer, condiment, preservative and health and beauty aid. Numerous studies report that distilled white vinegar kills 99 percent of bacteria, 82 percent ... more »
By DawnWaskey 0 comments
The Anatomy Gifts Registry (AGR) is a non-profit Whole-Body Donation Program, benefiting Medical Science and Education. It offers a Dignified, No-Cost Alternative to Traditional Funeral Services. An Immediate, Free Cremation is provided for ... more »
By David Sarokin 3 comments
How did your $99/night hotel room turn out to cost close to $200 per night? Taxes are a part of it, and there's not much you can do about that. But hotels like the Sheraton, Ritz Carlton, Hilton and the Holiday Inn, and pretty much most others ... more »
By stlscientist 2 comments
Almost everyone has a credit card and some debt to go along with it. Find out how to avoid the pitfalls of bad credit... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 2 comments
You work hard for your money. Retailers work equally hard to separate you from it. Being a savvy consumer means looking beyond the sales pitch and assessing the true value of a product... more »
By Sendblock 1 comments
The slowing economy, which began with the collapse of the housing market, could be the beginning of a trend in which things get worse before they get better. If the gross domestic product declines for two or more consecutive quarters, we will be ... more »
By pianistic 4 comments
With costs rising, we are all feeling the pinch. Here are some easy tips to help you get through these tough times and keep you from going into debt... more »
By eHow Personal Finance Editor 0 comments
Believe it or not, over two million people become homeless during a given year. You can become homeless by choice or for necessity's sake. For whatever reason, if you're determined to become homeless, you need to fight the urge to live a ... more »
By Mayntz 0 comments
The average cost of an engagement ring may be thousands of dollars, but knowing how to buy a cheap engagement ring can save couples a lot of money without sacrificing quality, beauty or style for this symbol of their relationship. There are many ... more »
By Jorty 1 comments
There’s no doubt about it-high quality children’s clothing holds up longer than inexpensive clothing. If you like the look and style of brand name children’s clothing—but not the price—here are some tips for buying brand name children’s clothes ... more »
By sdwriter68 2 comments
Getting that designer blouse or perfume is not out of reach on a small budget. Following are some tips to help you buy high quality items on a small budget... more »