Want to learn how to save money using local libraries? There are many ways to cut corners without sacrificing fun, information, or resources. The local library is a treasure trove of undiscovered money-saving options. There are some basic ways you can save money on checking out books--everybody knows that a best seller checked out from the library is free. But what if the library doesn’t have the bestseller you want? Do you have to shell out … [Read more...]
Vices that Drain Your Savings
I've talked before about how I am a fan of having a budget category for "fun money." We all have our own little vices that cost money, be it lunches out or a love of small collectibles or fancy liquors. And generally speaking, I think that having room for these vices in your budget is important. But you need to be careful about vices that drain savings. What is a Vice? Merriam-Webster defines vice as 1a: moral depravity or … [Read more...]
Different Means of Collecting Payment
When you run a business, you need to consider the best possible payment solutions to suit you, as well as your client base. For some types of business, it might be necessary to collect payment before goods are shipped or a service is undertaken while, for others, you may wish to seek payment at the end of your business transaction. … [Read more...]
Why Choose a Car Title Loan?
Taking out any sort of loan or finance can be a big and important commitment. When it comes to your debts, you need to ensure you can afford the repayments and that you choose the right type of finance for your needs and circumstances. With so many financial products to choose from, it can be confusing to try and determine which one is right for you. So, make sure you consider your eligibility, your credit score, how much you need to borrow, and … [Read more...]
Motley Fool Stock Picks: What You Should Know
I’ve been writing about my experiences with Motley Fool Premium and over the past several months we’ve discussed the basics of using Motley Fool Premium services. A lot of people write about companies like Fool.com, discussing what happened when they took the investment advice of the company. I’ve done my own version of this, and others do too. One blogger posted about her experiences investing in a company called Zoom Video on a Fool.com tip … [Read more...]
Taxes When You and Your Spouse Lived in Different States
I've been working on our household tax returns, and now that I'm married, I took on the task of filing for the two of us, figuring that we would file as married filing jointly. My taxes have always been more complicated than my husband's, so I was happy to take on the task. And then I ran into trouble. He and I lived in separate states for the first three months of the year. And you know what gets complicated? Filing taxes when you and your … [Read more...]
Where To Exchange Saved Coins to Dollar Bills?
Where to exchange saved coins to dollar bills? This is a no-brainer for some, who just use the local branch of their bank, credit union, etc. But banks frequently require their customers to bring in change in rolled form, not loose coins in bags or other containers. This can be, frankly speaking, a right pain in the backside for those who tend to let their loose change pile up until it gets into the $100 or above range. That’s a lot of coins to … [Read more...]
Game Apps that Pay Cash
I hate to admit it, but I find myself playing mindless games on my phone all too often. There are a lot of games out there that cost money, but I tend to play free games unless something comes very highly recommended. But what if you could actually get paid for playing games? Are there game apps that pay cash? How do game apps that pay cash make money? It seems counterproductive, right? A game app that pays you money to play? How does that … [Read more...]
Not All Saving Cash Advice Is Good Advice
I read a lot of blogs about saving cash. And one thing I encounter again and again? Terrible advice on how to save money. One blogger I recently had a good laugh at (until I started thinking about how truly awful the advice is) provided a list of suggestions which include--and I kid you not--making your own toilet paper and dumpster diving in a list of “50 Ways To Save Money”. Let’s talk specifically about the bad advice related to getting … [Read more...]