Recent Money Blog | Spending PostsHow Did Our Economy Get into This Mess!by Debbie Vasen13 May 2008 08:56 PMIf you have been following our economy's downturn, you will most likely be able to label the number one cause - the housing market. When the real estate bubble burst, it caused a huge trickling affect on our whole nation's economy. It wasn't only the drop in house value that caused the spiral. Another Pitfall of Hard Economic Timesby Debbie Vasen12 May 2008 11:02 AMIn addition to the risk of your gift cards becoming worthless, another consideration must be taken when shopping during tougher economic times. This is to remember that no matter how big or impressive a retailer is, they still can go under. Use those Gift Cardsby Debbie Vasen08 May 2008 10:47 AMDo you still have a bunch of gift cards in your wallet? You haven't had the extra time to spend them yet? Well, don't wait, or you may just be throwing money away! No matter how big the retailer may be, if they go out of business those cards are worthless. Shopping at Discountby Debbie Vasen07 May 2008 10:09 AMAre you a bargain shopper? Do you scour the ads for special sales, going out of business liquidations, and seconds offers? Well, I do have a word of caution for you. Certainly, this sort of shopping approach can save you money, as long as you are a careful shopper. Is it Worth your Time?by Debbie Vasen04 May 2008 09:49 PMOkay, I just finished painting in our new house today and I found myself asking this question "is it worth the time?" I ask it, because while I was doing this backbreaking work... I kept wondering what it would cost to pay someone else to paint. Little Ways to Save Extra Moneyby Debbie Vasen24 Dec 2007 11:11 AMAre you wishing you had more room in your budget to save for retirement or your children's college education? Sometimes all it takes is small changes. The following list is full of little changes you can make in your lifestyle that could potential add up to more money in your pocket. Christmas a Day Lateby Debbie Vasen12 Dec 2007 02:37 PMNow, some of you may think I am nuts... but I do know some families who practice this tradition. The idea is to have your Christmas after Christmas... usually a couple days later. The advantage is the HUGE savings on Christmas gifts. Online Shoppingby Debbie Vasen27 Nov 2007 08:47 PMDuring the frantic rush of the holidays, online shopping can often save us time, money and gas. Crowded malls, parking lots and stores are sure to scare off even the most die hard shoppers. Still, while online shopping has its perks, it does also have its downfalls. Give the Gift of Cardsby Debbie Vasen25 Nov 2007 07:12 PMGift card use has increased dramatically the last couple of holiday seasons and this year looks to be the same. These cards can be great for both consumer and retailer, as they provide a more decorative way to give cash as a gift at the same time ensuring a selected retailer gets your commerce. Fighting Over Spending Habitsby Debbie Vasen20 Nov 2007 09:35 AMThe second installment in this brief series in fighting over money is the other most common reason couples fight: spending habits. We all develop our own unique spending style and philosophy. Recent Blog Comments |
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