Here's a challenge I'm facing right now: Bought a nice, reinforced heavyweight wheeled duffel from Ebags for a trip to Hawaii in May. The trip was scheduled for August, but I wanted to shop for the bag without panic. Inspected the bag when it arrived, it seemed great, even with several practice packs. It held together on its very first flights, all the way to Honolulu, but on the return to the airport, a side seam simply opened up. No tear, no strain, it just came apart. Ebags says the item is beyond the sixty day refund limit--so sorry, not gonna give you anything for a defective item. Does anyone know any other recourse--besides never shopping at Ebags?
We love the individual cups of salsa, nacho cheese, salad dressing and peanut butter. They can be found at most major stores. So easy to pack n carry. no worries about keeping cool until opened. Yummy!!!
I just want to throw something that I believe my expertise will help.
If you look into eBay listing carefully you will see there are 3 kind of iTunes code listing.
1. The codes sold for 20-40% off or even 80% off.
These are stolen codes or codes by stolen credit cards.
2. The codes sold around the face values and sellers do not have history of selling iTunes codes.
These are unwanted iTunes gift cards (as a gift)
3. The codes sold ABOVE the face values and sellers with lots of feedback on selling iTunes codes.
These are serious sellers that will send the codes by email.
If there is demand, there is supply. And trust me the demand is huge.
I am so torn on the issue of de-humidifiers. On one hand, I live in a somewhat moist climate, and I would love to be able to suck some moisture out of the air on a muggy day. On the other hand, my doctor actually told me to use a humidifier (!) next to my bed to help with my rather severe case of dry eye (how this would help me while I am alseep, I cannot tell you).
I haven't used a humidifier since I was an asthmatic kid in the desert of Eastern Washington, but I'm sort of torn on how to live comfortably in Seattle without sucking all the moisture from my body.
Oh, my tip? Avoid wall-to-wall carpeting, which catches and holds moisture, and keep your home well heated in the cooler months. Yes, I know, that's not frugal, but most apartment complexes in Seattle actually have rules about keeping your apartment at or above a given temp (65F) to avoid mildew growth.
If you do get a credit instead of a refund, it's good to check if there's a use-by date. It's no good getting a credit if you can't use it before it runs out!
Anybody have any good success stories about getting refunds?
I can sympathize. I have sensitive skin too so I can't use scented lotions, but scented hand soap is still okay. Hey Softsoap is great too...I grew up on that stuff!
I bought eBay applecare and thought it was a great deal until I needed a repair a year later and found out my warranty was void. Paypal has a 45 day contestation window and there is nothing that Apple can do to help me without the original box that I never received.
As it turned out, my particular registration code was sent to me from somewhere in Korea, where the same number was also registered to a different computer. Long story short, I'm out $100 and have no coverage.
Remember that most college towns are near enough to a Walmart/Bed Bath & Beyond/Target etc that its better to buy stuff once you are already at college. Also remember that Thanksgiving/Winter Break is a great time to bring some stuff home and other stuff back to college. On that note, bring luggage and pack in tubs. You will not be able to unpack all that much when you are moving every year. And you will go home at some point so appropriately sized luggage is a must. (You can't easily fly with your laundry basket.)
Another thing to keep in mind is if you're living at an altitude of more than 2500 ft above sea level, plasma tvs can have some issues. They tend to generate more heat and burn out faster. There are some models that work better than others at higher altitudes, so just something to keep in mind. LCD TVs do not have these issues at higher altitudes.
Those energy star ratings are deceptive. People tend to calibrate their plasma tvs to use significantly more energy than what is on the energy star label. Initially, the plasma is a better deal, but not as great as you would think if you're spending $50-$75 more a year on energy.
CNET has pretty good power consumption tests of the HDTVs they review...
I absolutely would NOT donate to the government. They already take too much out of my check without my permission and they have proven that they can't even handle that. The waste that goes on in our government is disgusting and if we ran our personal finances the way the government does - nobody would ever succeed!! If anything, I think citizens should be allowed to keep their whole paycheck, pay a flat tax and take care of our families ourselves.
If I opearted my financial affairs the way the US government has, I would be living on the street. It's beyond time to quit paying politics and get serious about the finanical welfare of this great country.
There is no way I would donate. The money would probably end up in some pork barrel project in the middle of no where.
Tried all these methods, didn't work. You should either take down this post or add more language on the likely-hood that these methods will work. Waste of time and money!!
Andrea - I appreciate your need for proven facts. With that said, as someone else pointed out, don't hold your breath waiting for them for many of the remedies on the market. I used to work at a research hospital and learned that many manufacturers are small businesses that can't afford the millions of dollars and time it requires to do animal and clinical testing. Also, you can't patent an herbal remedy, so there's no money in it for a pharmaceutical company to pursue. In the meantime, a poor cold sore sufferer can be waiting, and waiting, and waiting and hurting and feeling self-conscious. There are many newer cold sore remedies on the market now that offer positive testimonials and most if not all the remedies offer money back guarantees. There's no reason not to start now working your way through them to see which one hits the sweet spot for you. As I mentioned before, my HG is Cold Sores Begone which prevents it at the tingle. It's not all natural BTW, there's an ingredient on the label called Methylparaben. It's a preservative, and have noticed that 'parabens' are not popular ingredients right now in the natural health world, but frankly, the ability to prevent a cold sore from emerging is my priority, period.
I have an idea that when ants are in the bathroom, they are after water when the weather is hot. I wipe down everything I can in the summer, but it's not easy. Especially after a shower. The tiles, the bathroom ceiling, the water that gathers around the sink and bath knobs. It helps to leave the bathroom door open and the window too, to dry out.
ANTS ANTS ANTS All over the sink and kitchen counter. I have tried baking soda and sugar, mixed in a paper cup and left in a small saucer. It's suppose to attract them for the sugar and track the soda to the nest. after a week they stopped going to the saucer, wouldn't touch it, but came back on the other side of the sink. I think in the hot weather, they want the water or moisture on the sink? So I wiped down everything I could, But it seems like there is always some water or moisture around, under and under the sink. Then I tried the traps for ants, and that seem to help. But they are always on the march. I have tried borax, find it in the laundry soap section at larger stores, and mix with suger, 50-50 and sprinkle outside, around the house. takes a awhile, but it works like the baking soda and sugar inside the house.
Our Friends of the Library is happy to receive books in good condition. Magazines more than a year old don't sell in our book shop. We do not accept text books. So check with your local library...oh, and join the Friends!
For me, how I balance frugal vs 'luxury' is by insisting on a date night twice a month. Of course there would be a budget, but basically we get to have a lovely night out at a pricey restaurant and a movie thrown in after. Although, it's a far cry compared to the old days where splurging was a constant feature - now i realize that i appreciate it so much more! And we have so much more fun cos it's two days we block off the calendar to spend time with each other outside the home... ;p
Here's a challenge I'm facing right now: Bought a nice, reinforced heavyweight wheeled duffel from Ebags for a trip to Hawaii in May. The trip was scheduled for August, but I wanted to shop for the bag without panic. Inspected the bag when it arrived, it seemed great, even with several practice packs. It held together on its very first flights, all the way to Honolulu, but on the return to the airport, a side seam simply opened up. No tear, no strain, it just came apart. Ebags says the item is beyond the sixty day refund limit--so sorry, not gonna give you anything for a defective item. Does anyone know any other recourse--besides never shopping at Ebags?
Wow, it appears you were right on two fronts: Hurricane Irene and Earthquake.
I already give them a lot of my money, and they turn around and give it to rich people. So, no.
We love the individual cups of salsa, nacho cheese, salad dressing and peanut butter. They can be found at most major stores. So easy to pack n carry. no worries about keeping cool until opened. Yummy!!!
I just want to throw something that I believe my expertise will help.
If you look into eBay listing carefully you will see there are 3 kind of iTunes code listing.
1. The codes sold for 20-40% off or even 80% off.
These are stolen codes or codes by stolen credit cards.
2. The codes sold around the face values and sellers do not have history of selling iTunes codes.
These are unwanted iTunes gift cards (as a gift)
3. The codes sold ABOVE the face values and sellers with lots of feedback on selling iTunes codes.
These are serious sellers that will send the codes by email.
If there is demand, there is supply. And trust me the demand is huge.
Yes I am in the category 3.
Thanh
http://www.buyfrompowerseller.com
I am so torn on the issue of de-humidifiers. On one hand, I live in a somewhat moist climate, and I would love to be able to suck some moisture out of the air on a muggy day. On the other hand, my doctor actually told me to use a humidifier (!) next to my bed to help with my rather severe case of dry eye (how this would help me while I am alseep, I cannot tell you).
I haven't used a humidifier since I was an asthmatic kid in the desert of Eastern Washington, but I'm sort of torn on how to live comfortably in Seattle without sucking all the moisture from my body.
Oh, my tip? Avoid wall-to-wall carpeting, which catches and holds moisture, and keep your home well heated in the cooler months. Yes, I know, that's not frugal, but most apartment complexes in Seattle actually have rules about keeping your apartment at or above a given temp (65F) to avoid mildew growth.
In my old house, the kitchen would flood during any strong summer storm, so we always kept fans around to get the mop boards dry.
Does anybody else have suggestions for avoiding mildew?
If you do get a credit instead of a refund, it's good to check if there's a use-by date. It's no good getting a credit if you can't use it before it runs out!
Anybody have any good success stories about getting refunds?
I can sympathize. I have sensitive skin too so I can't use scented lotions, but scented hand soap is still okay. Hey Softsoap is great too...I grew up on that stuff!
Oooo that sounds lovely.
I bought eBay applecare and thought it was a great deal until I needed a repair a year later and found out my warranty was void. Paypal has a 45 day contestation window and there is nothing that Apple can do to help me without the original box that I never received.
As it turned out, my particular registration code was sent to me from somewhere in Korea, where the same number was also registered to a different computer. Long story short, I'm out $100 and have no coverage.
Charmin Ultra-STRONG is my fave, but Ultra-Soft will do in a pinch!
Remember that most college towns are near enough to a Walmart/Bed Bath & Beyond/Target etc that its better to buy stuff once you are already at college. Also remember that Thanksgiving/Winter Break is a great time to bring some stuff home and other stuff back to college. On that note, bring luggage and pack in tubs. You will not be able to unpack all that much when you are moving every year. And you will go home at some point so appropriately sized luggage is a must. (You can't easily fly with your laundry basket.)
Another thing to keep in mind is if you're living at an altitude of more than 2500 ft above sea level, plasma tvs can have some issues. They tend to generate more heat and burn out faster. There are some models that work better than others at higher altitudes, so just something to keep in mind. LCD TVs do not have these issues at higher altitudes.
Those energy star ratings are deceptive. People tend to calibrate their plasma tvs to use significantly more energy than what is on the energy star label. Initially, the plasma is a better deal, but not as great as you would think if you're spending $50-$75 more a year on energy.
CNET has pretty good power consumption tests of the HDTVs they review...
I absolutely would NOT donate to the government. They already take too much out of my check without my permission and they have proven that they can't even handle that. The waste that goes on in our government is disgusting and if we ran our personal finances the way the government does - nobody would ever succeed!! If anything, I think citizens should be allowed to keep their whole paycheck, pay a flat tax and take care of our families ourselves.
Love this list! I think people would be much happier if they focused on having a few, good quality things instead of a bunch of sub-par items.
If I opearted my financial affairs the way the US government has, I would be living on the street. It's beyond time to quit paying politics and get serious about the finanical welfare of this great country.
There is no way I would donate. The money would probably end up in some pork barrel project in the middle of no where.
Tried all these methods, didn't work. You should either take down this post or add more language on the likely-hood that these methods will work. Waste of time and money!!
Andrea - I appreciate your need for proven facts. With that said, as someone else pointed out, don't hold your breath waiting for them for many of the remedies on the market. I used to work at a research hospital and learned that many manufacturers are small businesses that can't afford the millions of dollars and time it requires to do animal and clinical testing. Also, you can't patent an herbal remedy, so there's no money in it for a pharmaceutical company to pursue. In the meantime, a poor cold sore sufferer can be waiting, and waiting, and waiting and hurting and feeling self-conscious. There are many newer cold sore remedies on the market now that offer positive testimonials and most if not all the remedies offer money back guarantees. There's no reason not to start now working your way through them to see which one hits the sweet spot for you. As I mentioned before, my HG is Cold Sores Begone which prevents it at the tingle. It's not all natural BTW, there's an ingredient on the label called Methylparaben. It's a preservative, and have noticed that 'parabens' are not popular ingredients right now in the natural health world, but frankly, the ability to prevent a cold sore from emerging is my priority, period.
I have an idea that when ants are in the bathroom, they are after water when the weather is hot. I wipe down everything I can in the summer, but it's not easy. Especially after a shower. The tiles, the bathroom ceiling, the water that gathers around the sink and bath knobs. It helps to leave the bathroom door open and the window too, to dry out.
ANTS ANTS ANTS All over the sink and kitchen counter. I have tried baking soda and sugar, mixed in a paper cup and left in a small saucer. It's suppose to attract them for the sugar and track the soda to the nest. after a week they stopped going to the saucer, wouldn't touch it, but came back on the other side of the sink. I think in the hot weather, they want the water or moisture on the sink? So I wiped down everything I could, But it seems like there is always some water or moisture around, under and under the sink. Then I tried the traps for ants, and that seem to help. But they are always on the march. I have tried borax, find it in the laundry soap section at larger stores, and mix with suger, 50-50 and sprinkle outside, around the house. takes a awhile, but it works like the baking soda and sugar inside the house.
Our Friends of the Library is happy to receive books in good condition. Magazines more than a year old don't sell in our book shop. We do not accept text books. So check with your local library...oh, and join the Friends!
I would donate based on my ability - $10. I doubt if amounts would be donated to have a significant effect. Tax the rich!
For me, how I balance frugal vs 'luxury' is by insisting on a date night twice a month. Of course there would be a budget, but basically we get to have a lovely night out at a pricey restaurant and a movie thrown in after. Although, it's a far cry compared to the old days where splurging was a constant feature - now i realize that i appreciate it so much more! And we have so much more fun cos it's two days we block off the calendar to spend time with each other outside the home... ;p