If you’re worried some financial cataclysm will knock you into a miserable life situation, why not jump the gun and start slumming it to anticipate the meltdown? MSN Money writer Donna Freedman advises such a maneuver, along with other pre-emptive strikes against destitution.
Don't Threaten To Kill Telemarketers
By July 21, 2009
We know how you feel; telemarketers suck. But no matter how much they’re in the wrong, please don’t threaten to burn down their place of business and then kill them and their families—even if they call you a jackass—because they may report you to the police. Then, if your police are anything like the ones in St. Louis, Missouri, you’ll likely be arrested and charged for making terrorist threats, like poor Charles Papenfus.
Buying A 2010 Chevy Camaro? Take This 68-Point Checklist With You
By July 21, 2009
Some Camaro fans at Camaro5 have put together a list of owner-submitted things to watch out for with the new Camaro. Although they point out that not every other Camaro that rolls off the line is a bucket of fail—this isn’t the Xbox 360, after all—there do seem to be enough first year production issues that you should inspect the vehicle very carefully before leaving the dealership.
How To Guard Your Identity From Being Stolen
By July 21, 2009
Although the threat of identity theft may be a bit overblown, it’s still a good idea to do everything you can within reason to stop yourself from becoming a victim.
Money-Saving Tips To Avoid At All Costs
By July 21, 2009
Anyone can toss together a list of money-saving tips, but it takes a keen, skeptical eye to weigh money-saving advise with care and compile a list of tips so dumb they should be avoided.
How To Load Up Your Kindle With Non-Amazon Ebooks
By July 20, 2009
So you’ve got a Kindle, and you have books on it, and you want to keep those books—no matter what Amazon or a publisher decides you deserve in the future. Your legal options are limited, but you do have some.
Be Careful How You Spend Those Lotto Winnings
By July 20, 2009
It’s a problem most lottery players would like to have but will never face — what to do with that jackpot?
Three Recent Books That Help You Live Like A Cheapskate
By July 20, 2009
Frugality is all the rage in the bookstore aisles these days, and Sarah Beckham of the Austin American-Statesman has sifted through the masses of butchered trees to point out three that may be worth a look to help you trim your budget.
Bail Yourself Out By Draining Water Costs
By July 17, 2009
If Kevin Costner’s epic cinematic vision is to be trusted, water will only continue to get more rare and pricey, even as we move closer to a world of melted polar ice caps.
Seven Reasons To Circle Up For Charity Giving
By July 14, 2009
Charity circles are like book clubs for philanthropy. You get together with a group of like-minded pals and channel your powers of donation into one superpowered Care Bear stare that has more impact than your piddling donations would on their own.
Here's A Simple Tutorial On Expiration Dates
By July 10, 2009
Howcast has produced a quick video tutorial covering the basics of expiration and sell by dates. If you have questions about eggs, meat, canned goods, or storing things in the freezer, check it out.
Ways To Raise Funds For a Small Business
By July 8, 2009
Forgive potential investors for being skeptical of tossing you their spare change for your business proposition in this post-Madoff world. Banks aren’t exactly waving small-business loans in your face these days either, so what’s someone with a great new business idea to do?
10 Things You Should Know About Gas Stations
By July 7, 2009
MSN Money has a list of 10 secrets about gas stations that could cost you money if you don’t know about them. The best ones are about why you shouldn’t use a debit card. For example, some stations will ask banks to place a hold on some of the cash in your account to cover your purchase, and won’t report the real purchase amount for a few days, leaving your cash in limbo.
Get Stingy When Trying To Save Money
By July 6, 2009
If the recession has yielded one positive result, it’s the way the economy has finally made it less shameful to give in to our inner Scrooge McDucks.
Never Pack Your Jewelry In Checked Baggage
By July 3, 2009
My suitcase had been opened, my jewelry bag unzipped, and my fine jewelry (gold, diamonds, sapphires) had been hand picked out of the jewelry bag and the inexpensive jewelry (plastic, glass, metal) left strewn across my belongings inside my suitcase.
Yard Sale Deals Probably Aren't As Great As They Seem
By July 1, 2009
>If you’re trying to cut down on expenses, it’s best to ignore the siren call of yard sales.
How To Pay As Little As Possible To Insure Your Jalopy
By June 29, 2009
Despite what certain geckos would have you believe, the art of saving money on car insurance goes beyond doing whatever television commercials tell you to do.
Protect Your Personal Finances In A Divorce
By June 29, 2009
Sources around the country say that the divorce rate is down nationwide, though it’s usually higher during economic recessions. One theory as to why: the economy is bad, but people are marrying later and cohabiting more frequently than past generations.
