It’s important to use water wisely to save money. Here are the top 20 ways on how to save water: 1. In the process of washing dishes by hand, it’s not prudent to allow the water to run during rinsing. You can fill the first sink with water to wash, and another sink with water […]
Read MoreIf you're busy and overwhelmed, join the club. Most of us juggle a job, family, friends, hobbies, chores and probably too much more even to mention. How to squeeze it all in? You might not be able to fix your work schedule, but there are lots of little tricks to speed up or automate the […]
Read MoreThis may sound contradictory, but there are actually ways to spend money that will help you save in the long run. Here are ten purchases that are worth the expense. Many of them are in the energy-saving category, so they're good for the environment as well. 1. WARM CLOTHES. You'll be able to turn your […]
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So, summer’s upon us again and you dread hearing the kids beg for another expensive trip to the amusement park or movies. Or worse, hearing those infamous words, “I’m bored!” No need for boredom and no need to empty your wallet either. Here are more than two dozen cheap or free fun things to do […]
Read MoreCold or dreary weather, holiday pounds to lose, post-Christmas doldrums…what is there to like about January? The savings. Smart Mr. Cheap Stuff readers know this month is an excellent time for finding bargains. If you’ve been following our previous advice then you’ve held off on your post-holiday shopping because there weren’t as many markdowns in […]
Read MoreAccording to several polls, saving money is one of the top ten most popular New Year’s resolutions. Have you made your financial resolutions for 2010 yet? If not, here are eight great ideas for you to save money this year. Double Duty Resolutions You can save money by carrying out some of the other most […]
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College is expensive but hopefully with these tips you can get the most bang for your buck. Feel free to leave a comment on your own college money savings tips. 1. Get a free checking and savings account. Many banks offer “student” accounts that don’t charge the fees that some other accounts have. Look for […]
Read MoreBad health costs you your well-being and happiness, and shortens your life expectancy. But it also costs you money in health care expenses and medications. Here are three dozen top tips to save your life and your money. 1. Smoking – Everyone knows that smoking is deadly, and expensive too. It also aggravates allergies, and […]
Read More1. The obvious one: drive less by walking, carpooling, bicycling or taking public transit. Google Maps has an excellent map that makes using mass transit simple and easy. 2. If you have to drive, see if you can combine trips, e.g. run your errands on the way home from work. You can also time your […]
Read More1. TAKEOUT COFFEE No knock on Starbucks or Dunkin, but for a quick cup of coffee in the car or at work, it’s a lot cheaper to brew your own. Get a coffee maker and buy some high-quality ground coffee, plus a couple of travel mugs from the dollar store. After a few months, the […]
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