Hidden Costs Of Renting An RV

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I camped with friends and family for four days attending an outdoor music festival. We rented a camper from an RV dealership to pull behind a truck for what seemed like a reasonable price.  However, there are costs incurred when camping with an RV you may not realize at first. Hidden Costs RV relates expenses you need to be aware of include: Fresh Water : If the RV has a sink or bathroom, and you plan to use them, you’ll need to fill the fresh water tank. We filled the camper’s 50 gallon freshwater tank for $1 a gallon. Gray […] Read more »

Fist Pump Friday: I Love You Like A Blogger Roundup – 7/19

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I’m currently camping with friends and family at a four day music festival but that won’t stop me from sharing my favorite posts of the week, OR saving money! Concerts and festivals usually jack up the price of everything knowing they have you as part of a captive audience (meaning you don’t have a choice as to where you buy your bottle of water – either it’s from them, or you just don’t get it). But even here there are some ways to save money and make every dollar go as far as it can. One such method is buying […] Read more »

Spend More, Save More

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My wife wanted to string globe lights around our patio for ambiance for a party we were hosting over the weekend. We found several lights were burnt out, and needed to be replaced. I found replacement bulbs at Walmart, two bulbs for $3. I needed four bulbs, for a total replacement cost of $6. Nearby I found a brand new strand of lights for $10. I gently placed the new strand of lights in my cart and headed for the self-checkout lane. Why would I pay $10 for an entire new strand when I could replace my burnt out bulbs […] Read more »

The dilemma of binary trading in the Forex market

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It is the system of investment where people undertake massive risks. It is only possible in binary to turn a small amount of deposit into a big amount. Although there are many speculations about this method, it does not stop the people from using this strategy. Though it provides a highly rewarding result, it is common to face losses. This article will try to explore this dilemma and provide some advice on whether to use this strategy or not. Do not get blinded by the verdicts. Every person has own styles that go to different techniques. If all the professionals […] Read more »

Learn to deal with the frequent losing trades

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It is natural for most of the traders to lose their position sizes. Most of the trades will be like that. And that is totally normal for all of the traders. Thinking about some good performance will have to be there though. We are talking about the right kind of management over all of the trades. Thinking about the right closing positions will count for all of the trades. We are talking about some good and decent control with the stop-loss and take-profit. All of the trades will have to get them. Before that, we will also have to work […] Read more »

How to Settle Debt: A DIY Guide to Sweet Talk Creditors

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Whether it’s student loans or credit cards, debt can be debilitating. Even if you work hard to pay your bills, sometimes, collections can happen. If you’re not sure how to reduce the amount of debt you owe, read on to learn how to settle debt. With a few pointers and some easy steps, you’ll be well on your way to becoming debt-free once again. Consider Debt Settlement The process of setting debt involves you, the borrower, paying less than what you owe the creditor or debtor. This process can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars if you play […] Read more »

Fist Pump Friday: I Love You Like A Blogger Roundup – 7/12

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We’re getting together with friends tonight for a shrimp boil.  Everyone is contributing something to the boil and we have several people in the group that have experience with doing them.  It should be fun and frugal, not to mention delicious. Fist pump for shrimp boils and my favorite posts of the week! Posts That Make Me Fist Pump 9 Legit Ways Make Money on the Weekends from Frugal Rules Why I’m Feeling Guilty Spending Money from MoneyNing Guaranteed Ways to Save Money on Groceries from Red Debted Stepchild 6 Warning Signs you’re Living Beyond your Means from Create My […] Read more »

Take Advantage Of Summer Sales For Year Long Savings

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Pressed for time, I debated stopping at a big box hardware store to pick up deck stain. I planned staining my deck at some point during the weekend, but likely not that day. Being nearby, I pulled into the parking lot, and I’m really glad I did. They were having a 4th of July weekend sale (that ended that day) on deck stain which amounted to 33% off the price of the stain after mail in rebate. Summer Sale Items Great sales can be found on almost any holiday, and summertime holidays are great for finding deals on items needed […] Read more »

Fist Pump Friday: I Love You Like A Blogger Roundup – 7/5

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Yesterday was Independence Day – Happy Birthday America!  I didn’t do any of the usual 4th of July stuff. No grilling out, no being outside playing games, and I might have seen one or two fireworks explode out my living room window, but I wasn’t really paying attention.  I did go to the new Spiderman movie with my wife, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, and then hit up some favorite restaurants for a few happy hours. While it wasn’t the traditional 4th of July sort of activities, it was exactly what I wanted to do – spend time with loved ones, enjoying […] Read more »

4 Ways to Cut Down on Healthcare Expenses

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Medical expenses are the number one cause of bankruptcy in the US. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to determine how best to deal with healthcare bills. After all, healthcare services are often vital, and it’s simply unwise to forgo treatment in an effort to save money. You can’t put a dollar figure on a clean bill of health. The good news is that there are ways savvy individuals can cut down on healthcare expenses –– without putting themselves or their loved ones in jeopardy. Here are four examples: Read the Fine Print Even dedicated professionals working at medical facilities may […] Read more »

I Love Change, You Should Too

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I noticed the “need a penny take a penny, have a penny leave a penny” dish next to the cash register at the convenience store while paying for gas. My bill was $43.01, so I was tempted to take a penny so I wouldn’t be given back 99 cents in change. But at the last second, I handed the cashier two twenties and a five, getting back a one dollar bill and enough change to weigh down my pocket for the next several hours. Why would I do that? Why Everyone Should Save Change Having a pocket of change at […] Read more »

Top 10 Best Ways to Save More Money

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No doubt about it – the single best way to save money is to find ways to spend less and save more. However, spending less doesn’t mean you have lived like a miser. All you have to do is to spend money smarter. You also need to use the right tools to better manage your budget and to regain control of your personal finances. Where you store your savings is just as important as saving itself. Even though the best no fee savings accounts are great ways to save, their returns are quite limited. Investing on the other hand can […] Read more »

Fist Pump Friday: I Love You Like a Blogger Roundup – 6/28

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After a relatively cool start to the summer, this weekend looks to be a scorcher here in Minnesota. My wife and I will be celebrating our 23rd wedding anniversary, and we’ll be hanging out with friends on a boat doing some tubing and waterskiing.  I love summer! Fist pump for summer, anniversaries and my favorite posts of the week! Posts That Make Me Fist Pump 4 Ways to Make Sure Your Bills Get Paid On Time from Beating Broke Step Up Your Grilling Game With These BBQ Blogs from Clever Dude Your Emergency Fund: Why You Need One And How […] Read more »

5 Ways To Save When You’re Forced To Dine Out

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My wife and I were out of town for the weekend as I was running a half-marathon in northern Minnesota. The focus of the weekend was the race and the activities surrounding it. We obviously had to eat, but didn’t want to spend a lot on food. Before leaving town we came up with the following plan to keep our food cost down, but still have meals we both would enjoy and enhance the experience of the weekend. Breakfast At Hotel Our hotel offered a free breakfast buffet each morning including eggs, sausage, toast, waffles, fruit and a variety of […] Read more »