Finance
Thrifty Spending Is Nifty This Holiday Season
Last week, I purchased refreshments, cups and ice for over 100 people, holiday cookies for 3 holiday gatherings, candy for almost 3000 career fair attendees — all under $100.
Believe it or not, that was pricey. I’m a bargain shopper. Always have been and if I hit the lottery tomorrow — will continue to be. [...]
Time to manage that money
With all of this talk about the possibility of an economic recession, all of us are keeping a close eye on the economy and our own personal finances right now. My friend Allison told me about this new web site she is using that is what she calls a “FREE financial advisor.” The link is: [...]
If you love something, get it FREE
Anyone that knows me knows that my favorite things in life are good eats and good deals, so when those two things are combined I am at my happiest. Anyone share my sentiments? If so, this is your lucky day. One day every year, Ben & Jerry’s gives away free ice cream cones. This year, it’s on Tuesday [...]
Someone you know has a birthday coming up…
This Sunday marks the two year anniversary of the North Carolina Education Lottery. At 6:00 a.m. March 30, 2006, State Board of Education Chairman Howard Lee bought the ceremonial first North Carolina lottery ticket in Raleigh.100 percent of the net proceeds of the North Carolina Education Lottery will go to education expenses, including reduced class [...]
Smart Saving
As I get older, my future and my financial security are on my mind more and more. Time and time again I hear that retirement will come sooner than I think. I’m constantly reminded to enjoy and take advantage of my youth, but to get in the habit of preparing for “the future.” Saving sometimes gets [...]
Smart Socializing
Whether it’s a girl’s night out, a couple’s night, or even catching up one-on-one with a friend, socializing continues to evolve throughout our lives. As we get a little bit older, we try to socialize a little smarter…The opportunity to do something that combines functionality with food and friends is particularly attractive to today’s professionals. [...]
All we need is love
Sweetheart or no sweetheart, there is no way of escaping the undue stress and pressures of Valentine’s Day. Hyped up to sell greeting cards, chocolates and overpriced
long-stem roses,Valentine’s Day has turned into the most expensive holiday in the U.S. next to Christmas. If you’re single, you may dread Valentine’s Day because you
don’t have a date or [...]
Subscribe to RSS