There are lots of great articles this week about making, saving and investing money! Source: atoach Finance Reads 8 Things to Make Your Life Easier (and Cheaper) – A good list that covers a lot of different areas! -Three Thrifty Guys Making Extra Money During the Holidays – I’ll definitely be taking a look at some […]

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14 Ways to Save Money on Pets

Posted by Kristen on October 11, 2012

My dog is like a part of my family and a great companion, but he can also be a huge impact on my budget. Although they can bring us a lot of joy, the cost of a pet can really add up. And when you’re trying to save money or deal with your debt, it […]

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How to Handle a Financial Windfall

Posted by Nick on October 10, 2012

Financial windfalls: Big tax refund. Inheritance. (I’m sorry for your loss.) Winning the lottery. (Congratulations! Although playing in the first place should be done in moderation, if at all.) So, you’ve suddenly found yourself in a position of having a ton of money (to you, anyway) and don’t know what to do with it. Your […]

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Share Expenses with Friends to Cut Costs

Posted by Don on October 9, 2012

Living within your means is one of the key principles of being financially successful. While it is great to cut expenses from our budgets to save money, there is no way to cut 100% of our expenses out. There will always be something that we need to purchase in order to continue living the quality […]

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GoWallet App to Track Gift Cards

Posted by Madison on October 8, 2012

Anytime I can pick up gift cards with a nice discount or prepaid cards from a sign up bonus, I do. After the $3,000 Credit Card Application Spree, I redeemed lots of points for discounted gift cards with American Express Points and Chase Ultimate Rewards Points. In addition, I also have a bunch of American […]

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Finance Tips: How to Turn a Hobby Into a Business

Posted by Kate on October 7, 2012

Whether you’re in the midst of a job change, looking to maximize your potential or just wondering how other people are handling their finances, we have something for you in this week’s collection of personal finance articles! source: DonkeyHotey Finance Reads How to Turn a Hobby Into a Business – If you have the right […]

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16 Ways to Save on Gas

Posted by Kristen on October 4, 2012

Now that you know why gas prices rise and fall, it’s time to discuss how to save on gas. Whether you’re going on a road trip to save money on vacation or driving to work everyday, saving money on gas is on everyone’s mind. Nothing is more frustrating than stopping at the gas station, filling […]

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Why Do Gas Prices Rise and Fall?

Posted by Don on October 3, 2012

Earlier this spring, the cost of a gallon of gas was averaging close to $4 in the US. Analysts were predicting $5 gas this summer, followed by the sun burning out and the moon exploding. Ironically, none of this happened. During the early part of summer gas prices were steadily dropping. A barrel of oil […]

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Best Way to Maximize Chase Ultimate Rewards Points

Posted by Madison on October 2, 2012

I’m working on redeeming my sign up bonuses from the $3,000 Credit Card Application Spree. Next up is finding the best way to redeem Chase Ultimate rewards! Previously, I worked on the Best Way to Maximize American Express Points and the Best Way to Maximize Citi Thank You Points. Now it’s time to stretch the […]

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13 Free Halloween Activities for Kids

Posted by Kristen on October 1, 2012

It’s hard to believe that the leaves are changing colors, the weather is getting cooler, and Halloween is rapidly approaching. For parents, Halloween is fun, but it can also be a big expense. Between buying costumes, decorations, candy and treats, and visiting Haunted Houses and other activities, it can add up pretty fast. But if […]

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