Linsey Knerl's blog
Posted 1 day 7 hours ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Green Living, DIY
I’m a sucker for brand-name cleaning supplies, and while it’s no crime to be brand-loyal and use what works best for you and your family, often times there are shortcuts that can cut back on cleaning time – and out-of-pocket expenses. The July issue of All You Magazine had some of the most inspiring ways to get your cleaning jobs done for less. Here are my top picks, along with some additional ways to stretch that dollar!
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Posted 2 days 11 hours ago by Linsey Knerl
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Do you consider yourself to be a wizard at bartering? Are you considering opting out of the money economy for even more of your day-to-day business? If you have a tip, opinion, or question regarding bartering, we want to hear it! (And your comment could earn you a quick $10!)
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Posted 1 week 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
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Do you have a story to tell about debt settlement? Did you go through a company or did you attempt to do it on your own? Were there any negative consequences? Your comment could win you a $10 prize!
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Posted 1 week 5 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Consumer Affairs
Many brands offer them: satisfaction-guaranteed rebates. While this helps to build reputation in the industry and gives genuinely disgruntled consumers an easy fix for their problems, is there a possibility that it’s too easy to get money back on the products you buy? We look at both sides of the issue to help decide when “attainable” may not always be “ethical.”
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Posted 2 weeks 1 day ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Credit Cards, Consumer Affairs
According to Arkadi Kuhlmann, CEO and President of ING Direct and author of "The Orange Code: How ING Direct Succeeded by Being a Rebel with a Cause", credit cards are the opium of consumerism… it can be very difficult to manage a credit card well. Are the credit card companies like drug pushers? Listen to his opinions on today’s current economy, what consumers and parents can do to prepare for an uncertain future, and how his wisdom has made ING Direct a successful business model that still works today!
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Posted 2 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Food and Drink
It’s one of my favorite times of year. The volunteer mulberry trees in my yard have begun popping with mulberries, and the kids have come inside from a morning out in the yard with purple mouths and sticky hands. Here are my favorite ways to put these unique berries to good use.
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Posted 2 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Giveaways
It’s time for our weekly trivia question: What was your most hated job? Share your sad, tacky, or scary employment experiences and be entered to win a $10 Gift Certificate!
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Posted 2 weeks 3 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Lifestyle, Green Living
Energy increases are common this time of year, and with many families already struggling to pay the utility bills, it can seem more burdensome than ever. There’s no one-size-fits-all method to kicking your increase to the curb, but these four tips are sure to put a sizeable dent in next month’s “total amount due.”
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Posted 2 weeks 6 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Consumer Affairs
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about recalls. Sadly, they seem to pop up every day – either an indication of our products getting junkier, or a sign that the government is becoming better aware of safety concerns, in general. These alerts top my list of “recalls you really should know about.” If Grandma wears a robe, you must read this!
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Posted 3 weeks 1 day ago by Linsey Knerl
Entrepreneurship, Career Building
He heard Donald Trump say, “You’re Hired!” in Season 4 of the reality TV Show, and now he’s written a no-nonsense book for the startup entrepreneur. He shares highlights from his new book "The No Money Down CEO" and gives us the scoop on keeping a business successful in tonight’s interview with Wise Bread.
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Posted 3 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Giveaways, Entrepreneurship, Career Building
I don’t know why I’ve put off reading and reviewing this book. It’s one that was on my “must-read” list for some time. With its common-sense but unique approach to business management, most anyone can take something valuable from it. Even if you don’t manage anyone now, you may find it inspiring for life’s little challenges (and you’ll have a chance to win a copy!)
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Posted 3 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Giveaways
We hear both sides of the argument all the time here at Wise Bread. Assuming that you think credit cards can be used responsibly, how would it be done? And for those who think credit cards are evil, why do you think so, and what do you use instead? Share your opinion, and be entered to win $10!
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Posted 3 weeks 6 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Announcements
Awhile back we invited small business owners to share how a membership to Sam’s Club may help them save money in this tough economy. We received great feedback from many small businesses, but only ONE got the prize and a chance to share their experience in a post on Wise Bread. Hear how much our winner really saved, and some more tips for keeping a business (or home) more affordably with our own bulk-buying methods.
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Posted 4 weeks 1 day ago by Linsey Knerl
Life Hacks, General Tips
Recession, Reschmession…. Just when you thought you’ve heard everything you could possibly take concerning today’s hottest buzz word, a brilliant website was created in its honor. We chat with Laura Rich, one of the three brilliant female minds behind Recessionwire.com and learn why today is as good a day as any to pursue those crazy aspirations.
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Posted 4 weeks 2 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Giveaways
Answer our Tuesday Trivia for a chance to win $10. Post in the comments, tweet your answer to @wisebread, or write a blog post to win 1 of 2 Amazon gift cards. (Then listen live tonight to see if you've won!)
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Posted 5 weeks 4 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Food and Drink
It’s usually on sale from Memorial Day on, and this juicy, sticky fruit is a hit at BBQ’s. After the charm of slicing it into big triangles and eating it from the rind has worn off, however, what can you do with the jumbo treat? You’ll be surprised at these unique recipes, tips, and delights inspired by the watermelon.
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Posted 5 weeks 5 days ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Lifestyle
For most people, frugality is a lifestyle choice born out of necessity. A lost job, increase in expenses, or a battle with debt has forced them to take extreme measures to balance their budget. Sometimes, however, frugal choices can hinder you beyond the benefit of the dollar saved. Here are five tell-tale signs that you’ve done yourself no favors in your quest to cut costs.
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Posted 6 weeks 3 hours ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Consumer Affairs
Today my middle son hit my youngest son in the face with a Ziploc bag full of pennies. It was premeditated, and as I burst into the dining room to sort it all out, I found myself saying the oddest thing: “Don’t do bad things with your money.” It was an odd time to link money to intent, but it was also strangely fitting.
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Posted 6 weeks 1 day ago by Linsey Knerl
Personal Finance, Credit Cards, Consumer Affairs
The AP just announced that new credit card rules have passed legislation and are headed to President Obama for final approval. Much speculation can be made on how this new set of guidelines will affect the average consumer, and in our recent Blog Talk Radio interview with The Wallet’s Mary Pilon, we learn that there’s more to credit cards than just law.
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Posted 7 weeks 1 day ago by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Green Living
I’m all for living a cleaner, more sustainable lifestyle, but at what cost? If it takes an unusually large amount of money or a time commitment that I just can’t make, you can most likely count me out. These tips for going green from the Lazy Environmentalist, Josh Dorfman, however, are truly effortless. See what he has to say in his new book and hear him in our newest Blog Talk Radio interview!
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