There's an age-old saying that "you can't take it with you," meaning that you can't take your hard-earned money with you when you die. If you're retirement age and have amassed a nice nest egg, you might wonder what you should do with all of your money. Although some people can spend money on too many clothes, fancy trips and meals, many people grew up with depress... read more »

Saving money is a hard thing to do I know that putting money away for a rainy day car be hard in the current economic outlook we are facing. The whole point of saving is to make it through these troubled times but if you don't stretch your money, then this downturn can outpace your savings. This short article will cover how to find that extra money to put away for this and any rainy day. ... read more »

Whether it is from Peak Oil, elimination of gasoline companies' subsidies to make budgets balance, or the implementation of disastrously expensive carbon credits, we will be facing steep and permanent oil price increases. How will this affect you, and how can you plan to cope? 1. Rising transportation costs will causes schools to cut back on transportation budgets. Live close to schools,... read more »

1. Reduce travel to only that which is necessary. No corporate retreats, sales presentations that have a low likelihood of creating sales, and customer visits merely to build up relationships. 2. Set up remote meetings wherever possible, and expand your definition of possible. 3. Replace corporate paid life insurance with a company discount, which is optional for employees who choose to buy l... read more »

If you've ever been in credit card debt the thought of living a cash only life has probably crossed your mind at least once. In the current economy many people are being forced into a cash only lifestyle due to a job loss or recent bankruptcy filing. The good news is that whether your new financial life is voluntary or not there can be some very worthwhile benefits to ditching the plastic.... read more »

It's clear that we are living in a state of economic stagnation. But that does not mean that your life has to stagnate; in fact, investing in real estate right now can help it move forward and grow financially in the future. This short guide will help you through the thought process and into the action of purchasing property. Firstly, be sure of your financial background. This is a buyer'... read more »

Clothing is one of the basic needs and therefore you will find yourself spending money on them from time to time. This makes learning how to save money on your cloth-purchase pattern a very important aspect of your life. Whether you are just an ordinary person or truly fashion conscious most of these tips will apply to you. Extending the life of your clothes is one of the surest ways to save ... read more »

These days you can't go anywhere without encountering the sweet, warm, rich smell of piping hot roasting coffee. Whether you're a fiend for a plain cup of joe or you're into the non-fat, sugar-free, caramel foo-foo drinks you know getting your fix can really take a whack at your wallet. In a world where buying a coffee drink every morning seems like a cultural necessity there is st... read more »

Everyone's Weakness It's all too common, we see that shiny item in a window or a useless gadget in line at the checkout counter and buy on pure impulse. For those of you that have small wads to spend on things like clothes, accessories and cool technical gadgets doing a little research and spending your hard earned bucks on something truly coveted is much more rewarding in the long run... read more »

Do you find yourself struggling with the high cost of groceries in today's economies? As a single mom of two teenagers, I often have had to feed my family (and frequent guests) on less than $40 per week. Here is how I do it without clipping coupons. This is not overnight advice, rather it is a strategy built around creating a food storage base over a period of 2-3 months. Once you do t... read more »