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We’ve all heard the sales pitch before: “Would you like to save 20% on today’s purchase by signing up for an XYZ charge card?” The cashier delivers the pitch with a smile. For those of us who say, “No,” the cashier usually looks around and whispers to us. He’s says something along the lines of, “You should just sign up for the card to get the discount and then just pay it and cancel the card before you have to pay interest.” He acts like he’s helping you save money by telling you a secret he shouldn’t be telling you but this is terrible advice that should never be taken. More »
If you own a pet, you know that sending your dog or cat to the groomer can cost big bucks. In order to save money, we recommend that you bathe and brush your own pet.
Here in New York City, a simple bath and nail trim for a small dog will set you back around $70. The prices are much higher for larger dogs. Many of us wish we could wash our own pets and trim their nails, but we are too nervous to do so. Or maybe we think we won’t be able to control our pets in order to properly bathe them. More »
We’ve all heard this one before but I will say it again:
Pay more than the minimum credit card payment each month. Paying more than the minimum payment on your credit card each month is so important because of the effects of compound interest on your balance. Add the fact that credit card rates border on usury these days, and paying only the minimum amount required by the credit card company can be disastrous. More »
Bringing your lunch to work or school instead of buying it there can save you up to 80% on the cost of food and beverages.
When you shop in the supermarket, you benefit from economies of scale. This means that you receive lower prices on groceries because the supermarkets buy enormous quantities of goods from their suppliers at deep discounts. When you shop at a deli, visit a restaurant or get your lunch from a vending machine, you are not benefiting from these types of discounts. Most places where you can buy your lunch include a 100% markup (or more) in the cost of their food and beverages. You are paying simply for the convenience of not having to bring your lunch to work or school. More » |
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