Saving Money Articles

10 Ways To Save $50 Per Month - by Kimberly A. Griffiths - Ten ways almost anyone can save $50 or more each month.  (418 words)   View full article...

33 Basic Smart Shopping Tips - by Sandy Shields - Here are thirty-three basic smart shopping tips that can be used anywhere you shop. Use them to save money, and as a guide to strengthen your purchasing power.  (350 words)   View full article...

Is Your Retirement Plan Safe? - by Chemain Evans - Once upon a time there was a man named Joe who decided he wanted to be a fisherman. He went out looking for work and found a job on a fishing boat. Joe was very dedicated and hardworking. He planned on working on the boat the entire day. After all, the boss had promised extra incentive for those who would.  (822 words)   View full article...

Lowering Your Personal Expenses - by Chemain Evans - Personal expenses are usually classified as discretionary because they are generally quite flexible. And as such, we tend to overlook their importance when it comes to budgeting and saving money.  (561 words)   View full article...

Powering Down-Saving Money on Utilities - by Chemain Evans - Utilities have the surprising power to consume a lot of cash flow each month. From electricity and gas, to water and phone service, here are several ways that you can cut your utility costs.  (583 words)   View full article...

Saving Money On Insurance - by Chemain Evans - Did you know that you could be overpaying for your insurance by as much as hundreds of dollars? The focus of this article is on getting and keeping those automobile, homeowner/renter, and life insurance premiums down. First we'll discuss some generalities; then we'll get down to some specifics for each category.  (1902 words)   View full article...

Saving Money On Transportation Costs - by Chemain Evans - It seems like we're always on the go these days. Whether traveling across the country (or the world) or across town, there are ways that you can get more travel out of your transportation dollars.  (952 words)   View full article...

Saving Money On Your Housing - by Chemain Evans - Whether you rent or own the place that you live, chances are pretty good that a large portion of income goes to pay for it. You may find yourself wondering how you can save any more money on your housing. What follow are some ideas to help you save money on renting, buying, or improving your home, as well as purchasing major appliances.  (902 words)   View full article...

Saving Money by Managing It - by Chemain Evans - When it comes to managing finances, most people would probably receive an F. The truth is, many of us were never taught the basics of money, how it works, and how to handle it. Here are some tips to help get you on your way to better money management.  (737 words)   View full article...

Saving Money on Banking and Credit Services - by Chemain Evans - From radio spots and junk mail to television and newspaper ads, American consumers are bombarded with invitations to utilize various banking and checking services. And even though they come with the obligatory fine print, so much of it remains a mystery to most of us. So how can you really know whether you are better off staying where you are at, or switching to a new service? From checking accounts to home loans, and a whole lot in between, here are some answers.  (1044 words)   View full article...

Saving Money on Food & Drink - by Chemain Evans - Have you ever just about died of a heart attack at the checkstand of your local grocery store? It seems like the price of food and beverages keeps escalating, with no end in sight. Higher transportation costs (especially fuel) are only one of the many factors have significantly impacted the price of goods at your local store. This article will discuss some of the ways you can cut back your expenses on purchased food and water.  (566 words)   View full article...

The Frugal Shopper's Favorite Frugal Tips - by Sandy Shields - The following are my favorite frugal tips that I use on a regular basis. I hope that they will help you as much as they have helped me and my family.  (846 words)   View full article...

Trimming Down Your Health-Related Expenses - by Chemain Evans - Health care costs are at an all-time high and there seems to be no end in sight. Unhealthy practices lead to unhealthy people seeking more (and more expensive) medical care. And as the general population ages, the costs of health care will continue to spiral upwards.  (583 words)   View full article...