Back in the fall I had the idea of doing a financial fast – a set period of time where one would abstain from any unnecessary spending. Mortgage, rent, food, and other necessities would of course be taken care of, but everything else would be completely cut. My wife and I talked it over, and…
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The following excerpt on finding extra money is from The Smart Cookies’ Guide to Couples and Money, written by Andrea Baxter, Angela Self, Katie Dunsworth, Robyn Gunn and Sandra Hanna, and published by Vintage Canada. Need some help finding extra money right away? Here’s a list of five seemingly small daily purchases that can add…
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Most college students try to live on small budgets, however many fail to do so. If you are able to spend your money wisely while at school, however, you can graduate with less debt. Let’s take a look at some easy money saving tips while attending college. Financial Get a free checking and savings account….
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Every time the year changes, I am a little shocked. Its not that I wasn’t expecting it to happen, I’ve had this anniversary on my calendar since January 1st. However, it is just that I am a little surprised that I have to write a different date now. Whenever this happens, I like to take…
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Although driving costs have gone up, you can fight back against these escalating expenses and save money on your driving costs. While we frequently can’t avoid using a car, especially when it comes to commuting to work or doing weekend chores, there are ten proactive measures we can take to reduce driving costs. 1. Buy…
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I’ve never been a crafty person. Except in kindergarten, where I spent plenty of time with scissors and glue, I’ve attempted to avoid having to make any sort of craft with my hands. I’ve never been the type of person to enjoy making cards, or origami, or pottery, or even baking. I just never felt like…
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I tend to be a pretty absent-minded person. For example, I lose my car keys a lot. I have a hard time remembering people’s names or what I was supposed to buy at the grocery store. I’ve found a way to cope with this absent-mindedness just fine—I tend to rely on handwritten lists a lot—and…
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