Posted September 8, 2009 - 13:01 by Paul Michael
Technology, DIY
If time is money, and I sincerely believe it is, then these five remote control hacks will save you a little of both. Some are time savers, others money savers, and some do both. They're all quick, easy and require very little, if any, extra materials.
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Posted August 5, 2009 - 09:00 by Paul Michael
Real Estate and Housing
Here’s a question for you that has been bugging me for years; why can’t home-builders follow the auto dealer’s classic model of old for new, and let people trade-in their old homes for new ones?
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Posted July 1, 2009 - 12:48 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 March 4, 2009 - 13:17 by Xin Lu
Personal Finance, Real Estate and Housing, Consumer Affairs
Today the Obama administration officially released the final details of the mortgage plan that was announced a few weeks ago. Here is a quick summary on what is in the plan and how homeowners can find out if they are eligible for a new loan.
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Posted November 17, 2008 - 14:27 by Andrea Dickson
Frugal Living, Green Living, Lifestyle
Science has proven that exposure to germs and dirt helps build up a strong immune system. Don't waste your money on bacterial soaps and wipes - they're just coddling your immune system, which then reacts to unimportant things, like pollen, peanuts, or cat dander.
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Posted March 18, 2008 - 06:13 by Thursday Bram
Real Estate and Housing
It seems like, every other week, there is some natural disaster threatening people’s homes. Worrying about that sort of thing has lead me to be a little more prepared than I might be otherwise. I’ve got an emergency plan, I’ve backed up my hard drive, and my cats’ carrier is easily accessible. Now, I’m starting to focus on what might happen after a disaster. The key to starting over again seems to be knowing what you might need to replace. Insurers will insist on such a list, for instance. So, I’ve been developing my own home inventory.
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Posted February 1, 2008 - 17:20 by Xin Lu
Personal Finance, Frugal Living, Food and Drink, DIY, Art and Leisure, Lifestyle, Freebies
Are you a super cheapskate with an affinity for making everything yourself? Here are some Instructables that will tickle your fancy! Learn to furnish your home, gather food, and finally protect your possessions with alarms and weapons all for less than $10.
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Posted September 15, 2007 - 04:00 by Joann Hong
Life Hacks, Lifestyle
Out of all the famous shows to come out of the UK, who would have thought my favorite would star two nanny-like figures clad with rubber gloves? But as a girl who moves around from city to city every few months, I've found the housekeeping tips from the show How Clean Is Your House to be extremely helpful budget-wise and also in minimizing clutter. Here are some tricks to try for WB readers who don't have access to the show.
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Posted August 21, 2007 - 21:22 by Paul Michael
Deals and Coupons, Shopping
How much would you pay to sleep soundly at night, knowing your home is secure and your family is much safer? Well, I'd pay anything to be honest. But after my lockbumping post back in March, I was contacted by a company that has created a unique, inexpensive and wonderful product called the Lock Jaw. It's literally made us all feel safer in so many ways. Plus, Wisebread readers can get it at a discount.
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Posted July 19, 2007 - 22:11 by Jessica Harp
Real Estate and Housing
My husband and I just moved to the Great Northwest, and we batted around the idea of purchasing our first home. We are both college graduates, have great jobs, and we’re ready to live the American Dream! Not only are we ready to live “The Dream”, but the financial aspects of home ownership are certainly appealing. I mean, who likes throwing their money down the toilet every month in rent checks? I sure don’t! So, why would we choose to rent rather than to purchase a home?
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