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Save Money on Men’s Dress Shirts by Paying More
It does actually pain me a little bit to write an article about spending more as an attempt to actually save yourself money in the long run. Usually, I will fight this notion, but when it comes to men’s dress shirts, I have found through experience, that it really does make much more sense to [...]
Shop Online for Sports Memorabilia Gifts
As a big Minnesota sports fan, I often get presents from friends and family of logo filled memorabilia and as lame is it sounds, I love it. It seems like now, most sports memorabilia can really set you back financially. For example, a jersey can cost well over $100 and mug or shot glass at the [...]
Swaptree.com Offers a Cost-Effective Swap Site with a Conscience
Millions of Books, CDs, DVDs, and Video Games Available
While bartering for goods has occurred since the beginning of time, a new consumer trend is emerging as people look to save money and reduce their environmental footprint (to make yourself feel better)- by swapping their stuff online.
Leading the way in the online swap movement is Swaptree.com, [...]
Attention Runners and Bikers, Save Money by Using Your Phones GPS
I recently finished my first marathon and spent about 5 months training and around $200 on a GPS watch to help me track my progress. For anyone serious about biking or running and you have yet to try a GPS training gadget, you have got to give it a try. Knowing exactly how far you [...]
Hottest Deals of the Season
If you are going to do some serious shopping, do it smart and do your homework!
Top Deals:
• 13.3″ Toshiba Satellite T135-S1310RD for $599.99 plus free shipping (normally $699).
• Battle Fantasia (360) for $9.99 plus free shipping (normally $22).
• Match.com 3 days for $0
Computing and Peripherals:
• 20″ HP TouchSmart 300-1025 All-in-one Desktop PC for $872.65 plus free shipping (normally $949).
• HP [...]
2009 Black Friday Deals Leaked
This is one of those moments where you should be wary of impulse buying: corporations created this pseudo holiday and are enjoying every minute of it … especially when you say
Wow, I wouldn’t normally buy this, but its too cheap not to!”
Be sure you are buying what you can afford. Oh yea…and don’t trample anyone….
Deep Savings at Swoopo.com
Update: I have some more current findings I would like to share…let me type them up. Check back soon. (Or subscribe)
I received a link from a buddy of mine the other day to a site that kind of blew my mind. Swoopo.com is a discount shopping site with lightening fast auctions that seems to work really well.
A Fine Example of Consumption
New Wearable Feedbags Let Americans Eat More, Move Less
This made me lol, and I wanted to share it with other…man I love the Onion.
Amazon Deal: LOST Blu-ray Box Sets
Until July 16, 2009, Amazon has a deal going where you can get 30% off boxed sets of LOST on Blu-ray. I know that LOST can be highly addicting and if you happen to already have a Blu-ray player (or a PS3), you might want to check it out. Heres the link.
There are also some [...]
Why I Purchased a Used Vehicle and You Should Too
My wife and I have been in the market for another vehicle for some time now and after browsing the internet for close to 6 months, we finally found a car that is reliable, affordable, and attractive enough to please my wife. The winner was a 2003 Dodge Neon SE with 54,000 miles for $3,500.00 [...]
Use Down Time at the Office to Save Money
If you are lucky enough to have a few spare personal minutes at your workplace then why not try to use them to your economic advantage? The internet is a frugal man’s best friend and down time—maybe I should call it procrastination time—at your desk can be spent in the following cost saving ways while [...]
You’re Getting Ripped off If You Buy Contacts and Glasses from the Eye Doctor
It was that time of the year for me today, I had to leave work early (sad) to visit the eye doctor to order another years worth of contacts. Like most people, I have to see the eye doctor to get a checkup before he will prescribe me with lenses. I don’t mind the process, [...]
Save Money on Have-to-Have Items
There always seems to be at least one item that we desperately want. Whether it’s a book, electronic device, or clothes—some things are have-to-have. Rather than rushing out to the mall to fulfill your cravings, try some of these methods that will save you some money.
Why Is My Paycheck More?
Why is your paycheck more than usual? Because the economy stinks and the Democrats are in control! That was intended to be a joke, but it’s actually true. You may have noticed that your paycheck is slightly higher than it has been in the past, mine was $31 more. This is a result of the [...]
Best Free Computer Software
Believe it or not, some things are free. Freeware, or software provided without a cost, is surprisingly plentiful. In fact, many of the high cost popular programs like Microsoft Word and Anti-Virus software packages have free alternatives that are worth checking out. Before you shell out your hard-earned money they next time you have a [...]
