savings

Shop and Save (or pay off debt!) with Upromise

December 23, 2011

The holiday shopping season is coming to a close, but it’s not to late to end 2011 with a smart financial move. Signing up for Upromise is a simple step to take to start saving more money on everyday purchases you already make like groceries, entertainment, and of course gifts. Many people think of Upromise [...]

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Barnes & Noble $20 for $10 deal!

February 3, 2011

This deal is live! Wow! When I saw this deal from Groupon, I almost fell out of my seat! Get $20 in Barnes & Noble merchandise online or in store or via ebook for $10!!! If you have a member card or teacher discount you can really stretch this 10-25% more! Groupon Barnes and Noble [...]

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Beyond the Piggy Bank challenge

February 19, 2010

Karyn from Kid Nexions contacted me to share this innovative, and fun challenge for kids. The basics: you get an email with a simple activity your child can do to teach them great money habits. It’s low pressure, and helps make learning about managing money a fun activity. To sign up simply go to the Beyond [...]

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New Year’s Financial Resolutions

January 6, 2010

During my giveaway for David Bach’s book I asked everyone to enter by telling me what your top financial resolution is for the year. I loved the responses so much, and wanted to share them with you. Save more My advice: If you are trying to save a certain amount or percentage have it automatically deducted [...]

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Resturant.com Gift Certificates 90% off!

September 10, 2009

Restaurant.com is having a blow out sale on their gift certificates through 9/13. Enter code NINETY to get 90% off gift certificates.
Most are priced at $10 with a $25 face value. 90% off $10 is $1!!!!

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successful saving strategies

July 17, 2009

Saving money is in. Americans saved nearly 7% of their income in May 2009.

Here are some successful savings strategies.

1) Automate it. If you don’t see it, you won’t miss it.

2) Use a savings account at another bank. Out of sight, out of mind.

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squeaky wheel: mortgage edition

February 6, 2009

Our refinance finally got approved yesterday. Great news! My excitement at saving almost $350/month was dampened when I realized the settlement would come AFTER our mortgage payment for this month is due. I was hoping we wouldn’t have to pay it this month. You may or may not know that you have a grace period [...]

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the mysterious energy bill

January 13, 2009

Since we’ve been on a journey to financial freedom, and we consider ourselves pretty “green” (despite the 4 kids), we have been cutting back on energy and water costs as part of our overall efforts to reign in spending. I was really proud of the energy bills we’ve had for the past 6 months. They’ve [...]

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