Getting a speeding ticket is not fun. Especially when you are just having “one of those” days. But did you know that approximately 1 in 6 drivers will get a speeding ticket this year? Before you speed off to work or school or where ever you may be going you may want to know some facts to prevent yourself from paying hefty fines.Did you know that in the United States, more then 100,000 people receive a speeding ticket each day? That equals about 41,000,000 speeding tickets each year and th... Read Full Story

Making just a few changes in your everyday life could add up, maybe even up to $2,000 a year or more. An article posted on CNN Money gives some good tips on simple ways to save you some cash. Some of these include:-Replacing your old washer and dryer with more energy efficient ones (such as the Energy Star Models)-Using cash instead of credit for groceries and clothes-Getting lower car insurance.Can you think of anything you could do to save on your bills? Maybe turning off lights, using en... Read Full Story

If you’re like me, you’ve already started to receive a ton of wedding invitations or maybe you’ve already been to a few weddings in the past few months. Hopefully you’ve got a lot of extra cash saved or maybe you don’t. Weddings can be expensive, even for those just attending. Maybe you even have four or five weddings to attend like me. Just one wedding can cut into your finances. From what you are going to wear, travel expenses, and wedding gifts, attending your best friend’s wedding cou... Read Full Story

So you’ve graduated from college and the world is at your fingertips. Maybe you’re one of the lucky ones to have already landed a full-time job. You’re ready to start your career, and ready for whatever life throws at you. You think you’ve got it all covered and then it hits you. The school loans, insurance, rent, and car payments. How do you handle it all? There are many do’s and don’ts that recent college grads and young professionals should consider when entering into the “real worl... Read Full Story

I was searching for free things on the internet and came across this site. SaveMoney.com has an article on how to get free things from companies in an effort to save money on commonly used products. The article also links to other sites that offer freebies and also things like contests and sweepstakes.I also save money by requesting free samples from companies that offer food, health, home, and beauty products. Walmart offers a ton of free samples directly on their sites, in addition to co... Read Full Story

What is freezer cooking? Basically, this is the practice of cooking more than you need for a meal and then freezing the rest for later meals. People use freezer cooking in various ways. Some just simply freeze the leftovers from the previous night’s meal. Other people go to extremes and cook an entire month’s worth of meals in one sitting and then freeze individual portions.Freezer cooking, or once a month cooking, is a great way for busy people to prepare nutritious meals with little hassle.... Read Full Story

We all know smoking is bad for your health, but smoking is now becoming increasingly bad for your wallet. On April 1st, a federal tax increase on cigarettes of almost 62 cents was enacted. This means, that a carton of cigarettes in Denver, Colorado, that used to cost $49, now costs $58. This article on CNN, talks about the benefits the tax increase will hold for government programs, as well as talks to some of the people who are affected by this tax increase…smokers. I am torn on the issue. ... Read Full Story

The price of food is something that is uncontrollable. Prices will rise…it is inevitable. However, what you can control is how much you spend on groceries. Simple changes can yield a huge result in the amount of money you are able to keep in your bank account. Here are a few of the things I do to cut back on the amount I spend: Plan out my meals and do all the shopping for them at onceEat vegetarian frequently. Meat is expensive. A can of beans is a much cheaper option.DO NOT go to the store... Read Full Story

Living paycheck to paycheck is no way to get ahead in this life. However, for many Americans, this is a harsh reality. They are not saving any money, and this can lead to many financial troubles down the road. Thankfully there are payday loans to help with the emergencies that come up, but while these loans are great for short term help, they should not be used as a consistent income supplement. Here are a few things you can do to stop living paycheck to paycheck. Budget – Budgeting is an im... Read Full Story

Learning what the pros do when cleaning houses can save you a ton of money on cleaning supplies. I found this news article, out of Philadelphia, online and it talks about the tricks a pro uses to clean houses. Here are some of his suggestions: Use an old toothbrush to clean tight areas like cornersUse baking soda to clean most surfaces, and deodorize the garbage disposalUse a 50-50 mix of vinegar and water for glass cleanerReuse socks and dryer sheets for cleaning windows and mirrorsDust a c... Read Full Story