Spending and Saving Archive

Online banking has been gaining popularity as consumers become more comfortable with performing transactions over the Internet. With direct deposit, online bill payment, and online money transfers, you no longer have to write a check …

Many of us are spending far more than we have to each time we visit the grocery shop and of course there are many different reasons for this. Many of us simply impulse buy things …

If you are one of the 47 percent of Americans who is on the receiving end of a check from Uncle Sam, your first impulse might be to spend it; splurging on something that has …

Cleaning supplies are a household necessity and often consume a substantial portion of a household’s home-maintenance or grocery budget. For consumers seeking to save money and simplify their household’s needs and costs, a little frugality …

Quite often you receive gift cards as a present from relatives or friends when they are unsure of what you would like as a present. Most cards have an expiry date so it is important …

In 1852 Henry Wells and William Fargo brought banking to California. In 1998 Wells Fargo merged with Norwest bank. Today in 2007 Wells Fargo has over 25 million customers and over 7,000 branches in the …

We have all had to do it at some point you have an unexpected bill arrive, an emergency, you need groceries and you are tempted to overdraw your checking account. Do not do it! Unless …

A single dollar matters a lot! Doesn’t sound very convincing, does it? Of course it does not sound real. But you can actually make a cool million by investing merely $$ 1.And if you are …

Today’s poor economy requires families everywhere to take austerity measures. Nowhere is this more evident than in the food we need to sustain life and health. With food and fuel costs on the rise and …

Teaching teenagers the basics of money spending is a privilege for many parents.  Of course, teens enjoy shopping and eating as they spend some cash.  Usually a movie theater is a teenager’s pride and joy; that …

Everyone deals with high prices and bad economy. So where is the relief at? What can we do to lower those bills and keep more money in our pockets? Are you one of the many …

We are living in a rough time period, wages are low and cost of living keeps rising. Many companies are taking advantage of not giving bonuses and raises because of the economic conditions. There are …

The Islamic Bank of Britain has offered Sharia compliant products since its opening in 2004 and is regulated by the Financial Services Authority. The bank is also a full member of the FSCS, the Financial …

Centuries ago, human beings were hunters and gatherers; today, little has changed. Instead of foraging for berries with baskets and poaching wild game with sharp sticks, today’s hominids hunt bargains and deals. Modern day man …

Baby stuff can be expensive. When taking into account the prices of common items like cribs, car seats, changing tables and other tiny tot paraphernalia, the overall financial commitment can be absolutely overwhelming – especially …

Wal-mart and target are two of the most successful chains in the United States today, with both boasting outlets in nearly every major city and town in the country. However although they both sell a …

You’ve seen her racing through the aisles at local clothing and department stores. She’s fingering the clothing racks, trying on jackets and robes without heading into the fitting room. Anything she touches is tossed into …

Babies require a lot of supplies. According to The Labor of Love, the average family may spend $9,000 to $11,000 during the baby’s first year. You will need many different baby supplies including diapers, wipes, …

It all depends on your shopping habits and the ability to remember you have those coupons. For example, driving an extra five miles away to save one cent per gallon for gas is inefficient. Your …

When visiting London, if you’re not careful you can end up spending a small fortune on accommodation, travel, food and entertainment. People are more than willing to charge extortionate amounts of money for things that …

During the Great Recession, many Americans discovered what could happen seemingly out of the blue. Job losses left people fending for themselves, scraping and scrounging to pay mortgages, buy groceries, and keep the lights on. …

Individual Savings Accounts, usually just referred to as ISAs, provide a means for savers in the UK to benefit from tax-free returns on money deposited. In an era when savings rates are so depressingly low, …

Macy’s is an excellent place to shop.  They have a wide selection of items, including those for women, men and even the home (sometimes even in two stores in the mall).  They offer numerous ways …

A significant portion of Western economies are consumption based.  No matter what a person does, we consume: food, energy, goods, services and many others.  But when it comes to the most basic aspects of consumerism …

Online grocery coupons are useful in saving money when shopping. Here are a few more details and a useful guide for inexperienced grocery shoppers. This ensures that you will enjoy the process. Saving Money  Everyone …

Freelancing is a very rewarding and flexible career. It can be said that freelancers are the masters of their time and the captain of their successes. However, freelancing isn’t entirely a bed of roses. Freelancers …

Advertisements are everywhere. No matter where you go, it’s almost impossible to escape advertising. There are billboards on the highways, magazine ads, newspaper ads, advertisements on TV, internet ads, even ads on clothing. Companies know …

Christmas is a blink away and if you are reading this, you too are a last minute Charlie.  No worries. You can get everything done in time and with ease. Don’t even let your blood …

Learn to become a successful bargain shopper and pocket your extra money with these great shopping tips; from shopping for clothing, finding items you need for your home there is no need to pay full …

After my first semester I learned how to save money and how to properly spend it. Here are some tips from my personal experience as a college student who lives on ramen noodles. 1) Order …