If you’re like me, most of the big gifts for your immediate family are out the way. Now it’s time to purchase (or not) small gifts for friends, family and associates. Here is my holiday gift guide that won’t break the bank. Determine if the prospective gift recipient needs, or even wants, a gift. Last [...]
85% Savings on a Name Brand Product Purchase?! I’ve Outdone Myself.
December 22, 2009 By 4 Comments
I don’t know about you, but I really get excited when I’ve gotten a good deal. I’ll stop an uninterested stranger on the street to rave about a bargain. But fortunately, through the magic of the interwebs, there’s an audience who actually wants to hear the story. You already know I meticulously planned my health [...]
The Last 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying Anything
December 17, 2009 By 6 Comments
The previous post dealt with The First 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying Anything. Here we’ll primarily address what to do if you haven’t convinced yourself not to purchase a particular item, or you don’t know how to get it for free. Before you open your wallet, ask the following: 1. Can I borrow [...]
Guest Post at Bible Money Matters!
December 17, 2009 By 6 Comments
You may have noticed I haven’t contributed any posts on how to save money on Christmas gifts. There won’t be any either. Not from me anyway. For the last few years, I’ve taken a strong position against giving gifts to loved ones. Occasionally the thought may cross my mind to buy something for the children, [...]
The First 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying Anything
December 15, 2009 By 21 Comments
Okay, there are actually 10 questions you should ask yourself before buying anything. This here’s a two parter. To the novice frugalite, it may seem like a lot. But once you hone the art of not spending money (or parting with as little as possible), these questions automatically answer themselves. 1. Do I need it? [...]
10 Cost Cutting Tips for Christmas 2009
December 14, 2009 By 1 Comment
Keeping costs low during the holiday season is nearly as tough as keeping the excess weight off during Thanksgiving. While many of us are well intentioned when it comes to keeping expenses down during the holidays, our best laid plans are often crushed by the reality of the cost of food, gifts, decorations, and all [...]
Marketing to the Max: When Dumb Products Happen to Smart People
December 9, 2009 By 10 Comments
Do you know anyone who’s absolutely convinced their favorite product is the best invention since boxed wine? My mother swears by low sodium salt. For a while, I believed it was healthier because, hey, it has less sodium. One day while sprinkling my grits with regular sodium salt, my mother told me to be careful [...]
Elin Woods, You’re My Hero
December 3, 2009 By 3 Comments
I’m afraid what I’m about to say might tarnish my squeaky clean image, but I’ve been rabid for new information about this Tiger Woods “getting in a one man car crash at two something in the morning the day after Thanksgiving” debacle. You’d think I’m a more thoughtful person. I’m not. Sorry to disappoint you. [...]
