Cable or Netflix? DirecTV, or Amazon Prime? What about Hulu?
There's a lot to consider when installing a new home theater. You obviously want your theater room to be a place where you and your guests can kick back and relax, while watching the big ...
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The Financial Benefits of Living in an Apartment
While a lot of people might feel pressured to buy a home with home ownership a major milestone representing stability and the freedom of reaching adulthood to many, home ownership isn't always the right answer; in some cases it makes more sense to ...
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My 13th Annual Cost Survey of 10 Popular Brown Bag Sandwiches
I don't know about you, but my monthly grocery bill has been increasing since the start of the new year.
Meanwhile, the average cost of a school lunch this year is $3.81. For a family with two kids, that amounts to slightly less than $1400 during ...
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Approximate Energy Costs of Your Home Appliances
Our homes today are loaded with more electronic media and electric appliances than ever before. According to data published by the Energy Information Administration (EIA), US household electricity consumption is expected to grow about 29% from now ...
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Simple Home Renovations that Will Save You Money
Do you love saving money? Or remodeling your home, maybe both? Well, these home improvements below will save you money and help you upgrade your home.
Upgrade Your Appliances
It's sometimes necessary to spend a little money in order to save ...
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The Biggest Reason Why It May Be Smarter to Rent Than ‘Own’ a Home
We're constantly told ours is an ownership society in which owning a home is the foundation of household wealth. However, if we understand property taxes as a "lease from the local government for the right to gamble on another housing bubble ...
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The Benefits of Green Washing
Did you know that your home appliances make up a third of your water and energy consumption? Many washing machines are designed to be largely energy and water efficient, so you can rest assured you're helping the environment while reducing your ...
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9 Important Money Tips Every Dad Should Teach His Kids
Kids, with Father's Day right around the corner, I hope you don't mind if your dear old dad takes a few minutes to give you a little bit of fatherly financial advice.
Despite what your mom says, I don't profess to know everything -- okay, I guess ...
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What Are the Most Effective Ways to Save Money as a Couple?
Couples often live together before getting married. In fact, about 70% of them do. That's plenty of couples who may acknowledge a coupon can save them money. If you believe in saving, know there are effective strategies. Read on to learn how to save ...
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Why Pastry Chefs Are Financially Savvier Than the Common Man
If you ask me there are few things in life better than a warm chocolate chip cookie, fresh from the oven and accompanied with a little cold milk for dunking purposes.
As far as I'm concerned, the bar-none gold standard of chocolate chip cookies is ...
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Why You Should Always Haggle When Comparing Money Transfer Firms
A good website and a recognizable brand name does not a great money transfer company make. With so many options to choose from, there is no reason for consumers not to investigate many different firms when trying to figure out who to transfer their ...
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3 Eco-Friendly Home Improvements That Will Actually Save You Money
Many people seem to be under the impression that most products intended to be energy-efficient actually cost more money to purchase than the product saves over time. However, if shoppers want to genuinely save some money on their eco-friendly ...
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Are You Prepared for Long-Term Care?
Statistics show that more than 75% of individuals age 65 and older will need some sort of long-term care as they age. Furthermore, there are a lot of misconceptions and a general lack of understanding and education about long-term care.
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Joint vs. Separate Bank Accounts: Which One Is Better?
It's the eternal question for those who settle down together is and always will be: separate or joint bank accounts?
There are arguments for and against both scenarios. So sit down, read this with your boo, and then have a conversation about what ...
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7 Modest Wedding Gifts that I’m Still Enjoying 25 Years Later
This week the Honeybee and I will celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. All things considered, our wedding day was a very frugal affair -- but that didn't affect our celebration by any means.
And while we were married in May, it turns out that ...
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How You Can Finally Finance That Full-Home Remodel
You have lived in your house for years, and the worn kitchen counters, rickety doors, and sagging front porch are starting to get to you. A home remodel is the obvious answer to this problem, but that can get pricey. Even a simple window replacement ...
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The Pros and Cons of Do It Yourself Appliance Repair
Let's face it: Home ownership has its share of ups and downs. One minute you're flying high as you kick back with your feet up on the porch swing and the next minute youre covered in muck that your dishwasher just spewed all over you in an angry, ...
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How to Select the Best Home Security Company
My wife gets on my case because I am terrible at engaging our burglar alarm system every night before bed. Rightfully so; a burglar alarm is a smart precautionary initiative toward protecting your home and the valuables within.
In my opinion, ...
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Home Maintenance That Will Save You Money in the Long Term
Regular maintenance on your home will save you money and expensive repairs. In this article, we will discuss roof maintenance, insulation, performing regular repairs on leaks and appliances, caulking, and maintaining the yard. Below are some ways for ...
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The Single Parent’s Guide To Buying the Right Home
Single parents can have a rough time getting a home loan, but moving out of a smaller dwelling into a larger one can be vital to keep the family happy and give everyone the space they need.
All around the web there are stories of parents, ...
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