The following is a guest post by Anum Yoon of Current on Currency. The cost of groceries has increased significantly. While the unemployment rate is at a satisfactory level, most people are still having a difficult time making ends meet. For that reason, they are forced to budget, especially with groceries. Fortunately, saving money on groceries is possible and easy when you cut down on food waste. … [Read more...]
You could be out with friends. Or you have a toddler tugging on your sleeve. Maybe you've just stumbled across a great sale. You've been hit with an urge to spend. Your heart wants to buy, but your head knows you need to save. What do you do? Spend now, and regret it later? Walk away and regret it later? … [Read more...]
I've been laid off, lost my job, quit my job, and been on strike. Those were not fun times. But the times that were the most tolerable were when I had time to prepare for the changes to my finances. The more you can prepare for a layoff, or strike, or any kind of change in job status, the easier it is to ride out the storm. … [Read more...]
Do you ever find yourself doing something in the name of frugality and think to yourself, "WHY am I doing this?!" If so, you are not alone. But the thing is, if you don't try new things then you are not likely to uncover the truly genius, simple things that can really save you money. So, which frugal tips are worth the effort? And which are not? That answer can be a little different for everyone, of course, but I thought it might be fun to cover some recent things I have been doing … [Read more...]
It's Games Week and you can celebrate with a free video game rental from Redbox! From now through August 22, 2013, you can get a free one-day video game rental when you reserve a game online. Choose from the latest game titles on the Wii, XBox 360, and Playstation 3 gaming platforms. This is a great way to try out a video game before you buy it. Plus, it's fun (and free) entertainment for the whole family. Never used Redbox before? Discover 3 ways to get a free Redbox movie rental. … [Read more...]
I just read this story about a Marine helping a young boy complete a 5k and it warmed my heart so much. It was a great reminder of what is really important in life. It is not always what you accomplish. Sometimes it is what you don't accomplish while you are doing what really matters. … [Read more...]
Help out your local food bank during the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday, May 11, 2013. This is the largest food drive in the country, and it's easy to get involved! Just leave a bag of non-perishable food where your letter carrier normally delivers your mail on Saturday, May 11, 2013. Your letter carrier will then pick up and deliver the food to a local food bank. Donate items like canned meats, fish, soup, juice and vegetables, and … [Read more...]