Here’s one for you that is just kind of funny. I went out the other night to my local 99¢ Only Store looking for a real plunger to help fix a clog in our kitchen sink (the plunger we had is one of those fancy plastic ones with a small mouth that wouldn’t fit over [...]

Earlier this year I received a review copy of The Frugal Duchess: How to Live Well and Save Money. The book is the first book by fellow personal finance blogger Sharon Harvey Rosenberg, who is probably best known in the blogosphere for her popular blog aptly named “The Frugal Duchess“. Sharon is also writes a [...]

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about a free download of Suze Orman’s 2009 Action Plan, and I finally got around to reading it this week. Unfortunately the offer for the free download has expired, however it is still a worthwhile read even if you have to pay for it. Amazon.com sells it new [...]

It is likely you have seen the solicitations in the mail from your bank or credit card company offering you free insurance coverage, or perhaps you threw them out thinking they were worthless junk mail? If so, you are missing out on a worthwhile freebie! Here’s how it works: your bank sells its customer list [...]

Here’s news that should come to no surprise: Circuit City announced it will be liquidating the remainder of its US stores after failing to find a buyer or refinancing. You can read the news story here. The warning I gave in October to spend your gift cards is even more urgent now. If you still [...]

As sentiments about the economy continue to degrade, there is a mighty battle brewing. No, I’m not talking about fights over trillion dollar “stimulus” packages, bailouts, or tax cuts. The dispute I’m speaking of is on the surface over much smaller amounts. I’m talking about the battle between coupon shoppers and uncooperative retail store employees. In [...]

I’ve never read any of her books, however you certainly can’t beat the price. To promote an appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show, you can download a PDF copy of Suze Orman’s 2009 Action Plan. The download will be available until midnight Central time on the evening of 1/15/2009. Get it while you can!

This was forwarded to me by a friend, and although I’m unsure of the original source it is some great guidance on why accepting a counteroffer is usually not a good idea. Studies show that most employees choose to leave a company because of a big problem rather than a little nuisance.  Because there is never [...]