I was browsing Instagram the other day when an add popped up for Earny, an app that monitors your purchases for price drops, then gets the difference refunded to you. I do a ridiculous amount of my shopping online, so this seemed like an interesting concept.I used to use a service to track price drops on Amazon, but they stopped offering refunds for price drops, so I was intrigued to see Amazon on this list. It turns out that for stores … [Read more...]
Does “Cutting the Cord” Really Help You Save Money?
Stream services have permanently changed the way we perceive and consume all kinds of entertainment.On this context, the creation of free open media resources that are both powerful and efficient, opened a whole new world of opportunities for consumers to cover their entertainment options without having to spend large amounts of money.However, there are still many skeptics that don’t consider these new options to be reliable and economic … [Read more...]
4 Tips to Save Money on Large Purchases
As much as we might not want to, we all need to make large purchases from time to time. This could be a new TV for the living room, a new couch to replace your broken one, or even a new bed for your new home. Whatever the purchase, these can often cost you hundreds of dollars (or more).While some can afford that kind of thing, most Americans are in debt, so it isn’t a guarantee that people will afford that kind of thing. However, instead of … [Read more...]
Money-Saving Techniques to Follow
Learning and saving money are things that all people should do. Sure, spending hard-earned cash seems more gratifying and fun, but what if circumstances present a roadblock that requires a lot of on-hand expenditure.What then? It’s scary and something to think about it, and fortunately, you can do something about it. With that said, there’s no need to be overly frugal such that you’re saving every last penny or getting cheaper things that … [Read more...]
Splitting Expenses With Friends
Last weekend, I took a trip with some friends. We all drove ourselves and met up to stay at a condo resort. I put the cost on my credit card, and everyone agreed to pay me. We had all previously agreed on the cost of the room, so I wasn't expecting any conflictsBut when it came time to split the expenses, it quickly became clear that we didn't agree on how to split the bill. The Confusion - How to Split? Our group totaled four people. … [Read more...]
The complete detail on the way how ETFs work
Do you think ETFs are profitable? Back then, traders did not prefer trading ETFs due to several reasons. But once ETFs hit the market, almost everyone wanted to trade it due to the benefits it offered. Actually, the elite class traders understood the simplicity and affordability in ETFs, so they have gained ultimate profits from this market. Being naïve investors, you should understand that it is possible to take advantages of different markets. … [Read more...]
Investing in SIP Investment Plans? Invest, Pause and Restart
When you plan your investment, you predict the future and plan your investment timeline accordingly. That being said, there could be some unpredictable external expenses that can trigger some changes in your investment timeline. There can be times when you have other priorities and you don’t have any money to continue with your opted investment option. Opting for SIP investment will offer the much-needed flexibility. There are some fund houses … [Read more...]
Essential Oil MLMs – Why they’re even more dangerous
It’s no secret that I’m generally not a fan of MLMs, or multi-level marketing companies, but I will tolerate a few. I don’t think joining up is a good idea, but things like Thirty-One Bags or Tupperware aren’t pretending to be anything other than a company selling you fabulous things to put other things in. I think most people who sign up to sell are at risk of losing money, of course, but if you want to shop them, that’s not the end of the … [Read more...]
Avoid Unnecessary Business Expenses with These Seven Tips
The ensuing economic volatility leaves businesses with no choice but to adapt quickly to the challenging times. It makes them increase the price ceiling of products and services to ensure more profit. And it has pushed them to determine more ways to lessen the expenditures as much as possible. Every dime and nickel is worth keeping inside the business’s finances to keep a positive cash flow.But how do you cut corners without sacrificing the … [Read more...]