Nearly everyone has heard of Amazon – they are a dominating force in the world of online sales. Chances are you’ve probably also heard about Amazon Prime – where you pay a flat annual fee and then nearly everything in the Amazon universe is available with ‘Free’ 2-day shipping. That sounds pretty good because who […]
Billions of dollars flow through credit cards every year and nearly every bank in the country offers a credit or debit card for their account holders. The competition for the privilege of handling your transactions is pretty stiff, so be sure to leverage your purchasing power to snag some sweet benefits the next time you […]
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Apps for Easy Money
Today I want to tell you about a couple more easy ways to stretch your budget. These apps make it easy to put a little extra money in your pocket and are in regular use in my family, because, after all, who doesn’t love easy money? Cash Back on Autopilot There are many apps available […]
Cooking at home instead of eating out or hitting the drive through on the way home is already a great way to keep your budget on track. But everyone still feels the pinch on a trip to the grocery store these days. If you’re wondering if there’s any way to stretch your grocery budget, check […]
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Do I really need a budget?
If you’re trying to stretch your dollars or find a few extra, you could start with looking for change in the couch cushions, but it would be helpful to know where your money is going. That’s the purpose of a budget – to help you track where each dollar is headed and if it’s going […]
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What is a CD Ladder?
What comes to mind when you hear the term “CD Ladder”? If it is a leaning tower of compact discs then you’re probably at least as old as I am. But I’m not talking about music storage choices – I’m talking about Certificates of Deposit. A certificate of deposit, also known as a CD, is […]