Shoutout to all the shopaholics out there: Have you ever been in a situation where you had to regret your decision of going on a shopping spree? Looking at those maxed-out credit cards might have given you mini anxiety attacks. If yes, then these incredible hacks can help you become a savvy online shopper. Let's be honest, online shopping has a unique charm to it. The idea behind it was to save time and energy from visiting those physical stores. And now it has come a really long way. Thanks to e-commerce, from purchasing apparel and cosmetics to furniture and electronics, you ... read more
3 Crafts You Can Easily Learn to Save Money
Photo by cottonbro from Pexels Making things for yourself is one of the best ways that you can save money. However, there are some projects that require a lot of supplies. On the other hand, there are some projects that do not require a lot of supplies and you can do them quickly and save. Here is a look at some fun and easy craft projects that you can do. Sewing Sewing is one of the best skills you can learn. This is because it will save you a lot of money on many items that you need in your home. For example, you can make curtains, bags, and pillows. A lot of people shy ... read more
Save More: 4 Ways to Reduce Utility Bills in Long Run
Statistical data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star Program reveals that an average US household ends up spending roughly about $2000 on energy bills. If you come to think of it, this is quite a lot of money. With rising prices of everything, it has become extremely important to save money. No matter how little it may be, in the long run, every penny counts. Thankfully, implementing a few things can help you to see a drop in your utility bills, thus making your house more energy-efficient. We have selected 4 ways which can bring a significant reduction on your ... read more
Tenants fighting again? Here’s what a landlord needs to do!
"Oh no! They are still fighting over petty issues!" Having renters who give each other a hard time is something that a landlord never needs and wants. You did everything in your power to find the perfect renter for your rental property, but you forgot to match their respective personalities. What you don't know is that even the best screening procedures can't prevent the rising conflicts and disputes amongst your renters. And because you are the landlord, you automatically get dragged into the renter's drama. If you are also amongst those landlords who are trying really hard to ... read more
Saving Money Within the Home
When you want to cut the costs of your monthly bills, you may be unsure where to start. There are a number of ways in which you can view what you currently pay, and what you are getting for your money. When you need every penny from your income to count, paying extra for services you don’t want, need, or where you are not wholly satisfied, may seem a little redundant. This is where budgeting can help. By making a list of your current expenditure, you can figure out what you do and don’t use, and what you feel you could get a better deal on. Broadband A good broadband connection can be ... read more
Understanding Electricity And Charges For It
Business electricity rates are different to domestic electricity rates because businesses require a much greater amount of energy overall. As a domestic customer, you would usually be charged a set rate based on your demographic. However, as a business owner, there are a number of factors to take into account. This not only includes your demographic, but how much energy you require, when you need it, and the type of business you run. Electricity rates for a coffee shop in Manchester are going to be very different when compared to those of a tech firm in Cambridge. The best way to make sure ... read more
Finding the very latest online deals with Sign Up Offers
It's fair to say that the Internet is full of deals and special offers. Opportunities to save money are all over the place, but finding out about them isn't always easy. They can pop up as fast as anything and that's where new deals comparison site Sign Up Offers aims to help. The facts are that may of the deal comparison sites make money by receiving a commission for every sale that a site they link to makes when a customer clicks through from them. This means that they obviously promote the links that make them the most money. But this isn't necessarily to the end customer's advantage. ... read more
How to Invest Your Short-Term or Long-Term Savings
Saving is a highly praised virtue by it is highly probable that you are selling yourself short by ignoring investing. Famed author Robert G. Allen once asked if any knew of several millionaires who got their wealth by keeping their money in a savings account. Your guess is as good as mine. Because having to continually rummage through old jackets and the back of your sofa for some spare change at the end of each month is not fun, most people learn the virtues of savings fast. A lucky few did pay attention to their parents' warnings on the dangers of blowing every single coin that they ... read more
The Essential Guide To Saving Money At Home
If you are finding that you are reaching the very limit of your bank account at the end of every month, you may need to reassess your household budget. With grocery bills ever increasing, a need to keep your home warm in winter, and the all important car maintenance to ensure that you can ferry your little darlings from A to B, it can be hard to manage your budget effectively. However, by shaving your expenditure you can find yourself with more money at the end of the month. This can go into savings or be put towards a big ticket item like a holiday, kids college fund or new motor. Take a look ... read more
Money saving tips for when you have a new baby
One of the biggest expenses in family life can be when you have a new addition to the family. Everyone knows that having a baby comes with costs, but just how much might you need to spend? And how much of it is really necessary? It's a while back since I first wrote on here about how you can have a baby without it costing the earth, and I think that many of the tips and tricks I gave then still hold true today. This time around, my financial situation is very different to when I welcome Little Miss C into my life. This time around I don't still have everything from my first two babies, ... read more