Who knows what the cost of fuel will be when we wake up tomorrow? The food at the grocery store seems to be priced higher every day. With so much economic uncertainty it is nice to know there is one company with a fixed price policy that hasn’t waned-The Dollar Tree. This dollar store franchise […]

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There’s a long list of environmentally friendly practices that save money. I could complete a home energy audit or drive a hybrid car to cut down on energy consumption. On the other hand, home improvements and purchasing a new vehicle seem like a hassle and involve up front costs that I’m not willing to absorb. […]

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According to the National Retail Federation, the average consumer will spend $123 buying gifts for Valentines Day in 2008. And 61% of us (consumers) are suckered into spending money to show that we care. Do I sound bitter? Yes, because I’m one of those suckers!
$123 is more then I am able to save every month. […]

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Splurging on $100 pair of shoes or an equally expensive pocketbook was at one time my weekend activity. The occasion? Weather it was a reward or some twisted form of self-medication– I found a reason to spend.
 
Over the years, I have come to learn there are long-term side affects to being a spendaholic.  I no […]

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