More Money Saving Microwave Tips
Here are a few more microwave tips that can help you save a little money In a recent article, I shared a few microwave tips that can help you save cash here and there, mostly by extending the...
View ArticleKnow Your Cancellation Rights
Contract cancellation rights vary from state to state, but you should know the basics. When most of us sign contracts for goods or services, our cancellation rights never even cross our minds — if, in...
View ArticleNewspaper Subscriptions: Are They Still Worth the Cost?
Should you bother with newspaper subscriptions these days? Let’s look at the pros and cons. Like so many things that we examine in these hallowed pages, newspaper subscriptions aren’t terribly...
View ArticleKeep An Eye Out for Product Recalls
As a savvy consumer, you should always keep an eye open for product recalls. Given the huge economy we enjoy here in the U.S. (and the watchdog organizations that keep an eye on it), it’s inevitable...
View ArticleA Simple Way to Save a Wet Cell Phone
A wet cell phone can set you back hundreds of dollars in replacement fees… but what if you had a way to fix it? Sadly, Your Humble Writer has needed to replace more than one wet cell phone in the past....
View ArticleHow to Avoid ATM Fees
Tired of being stuck with ATM fees when you need cash? Here are a few ways to avoid them Automatic teller machines can be incredibly convenient devices, especially when you’re stuck without much-needed...
View ArticleA Couple of Common Money Wasters to Avoid
Sometimes, you can profit more by avoiding money wasters than you can by pinching pennies As a savvy consumer, I suspect that money wasters are among your pet peeves… and I don’t blame you. Wasting...
View ArticlePhone for Cash Deals: Are They Safe?
Lately, companies that let you trade your old cell phone for cash have gotten a lot of media attention. But should you take advantage of their offers? In recent months, you may have seen so-called...
View ArticlePutting Together a Child Protection Plan
If you’ve got kids, a child protection plan is a must. Here are some guidelines to consider. A formal child protection plan is one of those things every parent should draft, but that many of us never...
View ArticleHow to Avoid Vending Machines
Vending Machines Offer Convenience but at a High Price If you want to be more like the savvy consumers you know, you should try your best to avoid vending machines. Certainly, vending machines are a...
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