Category Archives: Keeping money in your pocket

THIS is the reason I started this blog…

I get tons of parenting newletters a day and I visit a few other websites that are mommy-related. I stumbled upon this product recommendation today and nearly tore my hair out!
The authors pushing this collapsible baby tub try to sell you on the fact that giving a baby a bath is SUCH a big freakin’ deal. Sure, babies [...]

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Quick Tips: Saving Money

Just read this quick tip over in the comments section of ZenHabits. Want to save money on your grocery bill? Write your grocery list on last week’s receipt so you can see how much something usually costs, and if you’re getting a deal. Brillant!

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What’s your credit score?

Now more than ever, having a decent credit score is vitally imporant. I recently bit my lip and purchased my credit report and score to see how I stacked up. I was pleasantly surprised that I have what some (like banks and credit agencies) might call, “Good credit.” Actually, great credit.
It cost me about $15 [...]

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Give Your Kids the Ultimate Christmas

As soon as the Halloween costumes get marked down 75%, the stores begin to put out their Christmas displays. (Those who love Thanksgiving are just SOL, I guess.) Check out every parenting magazine and they are packed with gift ideas. I just read a few and was slightly impressed. They seem to understand that money is a little [...]

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Recession-proof your finances: Part 1

I don’t know about you, but reading all this talk about Wall Street fiascos and government bailouts and bank failures has got me nervous. I’ve been keeping a close eye on my finances and trying to make myself feel as secure as possible. Here are a few habits I’ve picked up over the last couple [...]

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