I have a Kitchen Aid stand mixer and love it. I don't store it on the counter though. I don't store any small appliance on the counter. I get them out and use them as needed.
There are so many things that motivate me to save. The future in general seems so uncertain considering the financial climate with people still being out of work.
I don't pay for apps but I do download free apps even though they are ad based. My favorite app so far has been SoundHound. Being able to find the music you are currently listening to is nice (plus it is much better than Shazam).
I have only bought one app, and that one just the other day. It was a severe weather alert. we had tornadoes come through my area, and I realized if my power went out I wouldn't know what was going on. Otherwise, I only get free ones
Very rarely will I buy an App -- I can usually find something suitable for free. But, if there's something specific that would be really, really useful, I'll buy it. It better be pretty cool, though. :)
I rarely buy the apps and one a free version to test first so I know what I'm getting. The majority of the apps I've bought are for my daughter such as learning games and a security app to prevent her using or deleting items on the phone.
The one exception is the Bookmooch app. This was created by a user and will not be replaced by an official version, so for the low price I decided to risk it despite no trial version.
I coveted a set of Calphalon pans for years, and when I got married 10 years ago, we had enough items to return that I was able to purchase a very nice set. I've regretted it ever since. They do not last. Follow the instructions (avoid high heat, and obviously no metal utensils), baby them, but the non-stick coating will wear off anyway. Two of the pans from the set lost so much non-stick coating that I had to return them to Calphalon, who have long touted their "lifetime warranty." It's true that they did replace the pans...but in both cases it was with a much, much cheaper pan from a more consumer-oriented line. I would never buy from them again, and I would never recommend anyone buy from them. I am slowly replacing them with Le Creuset pans, which I believe will outlive me.
I rarely buy apps, and only if there is no suitable free replacement. Google did run a promo in December, selling good apps for $.10, so I picked up a few there, but the only two I've paid full price for is Tasker and Tapatalk.
My favorite app is My Tracks by Google. I'm a triathlete and this app tracks my time, distance, and pace while running and biking.
Per your question - I've never bought an app that cost more than a dollar or two. There are so many free apps that mimic paid ones, I just try a few and see which works the best. My most used apps are Instagram, Facebook, Bank of America, Flixster, My Fitness Pal and The Weather Channel.
Definitely! I do like apps that let you try a light-weight version first, but I will pay full price for something that comes highly recommended by friends or family.
Like many others I know, I try the free or lite versions first. If I like it, I buy the full/ad free version. If not, I delete it and find something new to try. I do like to support the developers of great apps, so they will keep updating the apps and developing new ones :)
In order to use grain for the sugars, you must malt it. If you use corn, wheat and malted barley, you make whiskey. If you add smoked peat moss, you have scotch. You have the advantage to make something really classy and special. Keep track of your recipe as you make and tweak it, you will want to duplicate it when you hit the right taste.
Whoever told you shampoo is "toxic" is a moron. They probably said it was "full of chemicals" too I bet; completely ignoring the fact that everything is MADE of chemicals. Stop being so closed minded about science and start being skeptical about made up nonsense.
I just found our my credit scores because we are doing a refi on our home. WIth all 3 agencies my credit was over 800 so I just dont know that closing accounts and opening new ones is really hurting me. I pay my bills on time. I have many accounts with no finance charges for a year or more so those have a balance but otherwise I pay off my card every month.
Great article. I agree with the reward system. I also know someone who works on a "punishment" system, e.g. I will give away 5 bucks to charity if I won't be to this task today.
Eating fast food because you think it's cheap is rediculous. Its not cheaper and the money you'll spend on medical bills in the future outweighs any savings. That stuff is dangerous to your health. A bi-pass surgery costs hundreds of thousands of dollars.
I saw this video and I think this guy makes a really interesting point about our need to redefine success. Short video but it's definitely worth the watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvcTwohf1Zg
I use to tell my kids to save for retirement. Retirement had no meaning to my young kids. I now tell them to save and invest for financial independence. They get it. "Of course we'll do that, its obvious."
I tend not to pay for apps and instead opt for free apps.
I have a Kitchen Aid stand mixer and love it. I don't store it on the counter though. I don't store any small appliance on the counter. I get them out and use them as needed.
There are so many things that motivate me to save. The future in general seems so uncertain considering the financial climate with people still being out of work.
I don't pay for apps but I do download free apps even though they are ad based. My favorite app so far has been SoundHound. Being able to find the music you are currently listening to is nice (plus it is much better than Shazam).
I have only bought one app, and that one just the other day. It was a severe weather alert. we had tornadoes come through my area, and I realized if my power went out I wouldn't know what was going on. Otherwise, I only get free ones
Very rarely will I buy an App -- I can usually find something suitable for free. But, if there's something specific that would be really, really useful, I'll buy it. It better be pretty cool, though. :)
Actually, I wait for Lifehacker to tell me what is free this week and then I download!
I rarely buy the apps and one a free version to test first so I know what I'm getting. The majority of the apps I've bought are for my daughter such as learning games and a security app to prevent her using or deleting items on the phone.
The one exception is the Bookmooch app. This was created by a user and will not be replaced by an official version, so for the low price I decided to risk it despite no trial version.
I coveted a set of Calphalon pans for years, and when I got married 10 years ago, we had enough items to return that I was able to purchase a very nice set. I've regretted it ever since. They do not last. Follow the instructions (avoid high heat, and obviously no metal utensils), baby them, but the non-stick coating will wear off anyway. Two of the pans from the set lost so much non-stick coating that I had to return them to Calphalon, who have long touted their "lifetime warranty." It's true that they did replace the pans...but in both cases it was with a much, much cheaper pan from a more consumer-oriented line. I would never buy from them again, and I would never recommend anyone buy from them. I am slowly replacing them with Le Creuset pans, which I believe will outlive me.
I've purchased a few apps over the years. They have mostly been games. I try to get free apps if possible. My favorite app is evernote.
I rarely buy apps, and only if there is no suitable free replacement. Google did run a promo in December, selling good apps for $.10, so I picked up a few there, but the only two I've paid full price for is Tasker and Tapatalk.
My favorite app is My Tracks by Google. I'm a triathlete and this app tracks my time, distance, and pace while running and biking.
No. I can't afford a SmartPhone. I don't use Facebook or Twitter. There's no app for me.
I liked your FB page!
Per your question - I've never bought an app that cost more than a dollar or two. There are so many free apps that mimic paid ones, I just try a few and see which works the best. My most used apps are Instagram, Facebook, Bank of America, Flixster, My Fitness Pal and The Weather Channel.
CALPHALON. It's spelled CALPHALON.
Definitely! I do like apps that let you try a light-weight version first, but I will pay full price for something that comes highly recommended by friends or family.
True story? If so, it's a sad, unethical one.
Like many others I know, I try the free or lite versions first. If I like it, I buy the full/ad free version. If not, I delete it and find something new to try. I do like to support the developers of great apps, so they will keep updating the apps and developing new ones :)
I rarely purchase apps, although I do download free apps. Waiting for a promotion, I've saved tons of money!
Farmer Nils,
In order to use grain for the sugars, you must malt it. If you use corn, wheat and malted barley, you make whiskey. If you add smoked peat moss, you have scotch. You have the advantage to make something really classy and special. Keep track of your recipe as you make and tweak it, you will want to duplicate it when you hit the right taste.
Whoever told you shampoo is "toxic" is a moron. They probably said it was "full of chemicals" too I bet; completely ignoring the fact that everything is MADE of chemicals. Stop being so closed minded about science and start being skeptical about made up nonsense.
I just found our my credit scores because we are doing a refi on our home. WIth all 3 agencies my credit was over 800 so I just dont know that closing accounts and opening new ones is really hurting me. I pay my bills on time. I have many accounts with no finance charges for a year or more so those have a balance but otherwise I pay off my card every month.
Great article. I agree with the reward system. I also know someone who works on a "punishment" system, e.g. I will give away 5 bucks to charity if I won't be to this task today.
Eating fast food because you think it's cheap is rediculous. Its not cheaper and the money you'll spend on medical bills in the future outweighs any savings. That stuff is dangerous to your health. A bi-pass surgery costs hundreds of thousands of dollars.
I saw this video and I think this guy makes a really interesting point about our need to redefine success. Short video but it's definitely worth the watch:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvcTwohf1Zg
I use to tell my kids to save for retirement. Retirement had no meaning to my young kids. I now tell them to save and invest for financial independence. They get it. "Of course we'll do that, its obvious."