How to Use Craigslist like a Pro
I’ve been using Craigslist for the past decade. I’ve probably made 50+ transactions and everything has gone off without a hitch. I’ve bought and sold goods ranging from a DVD player to a car. A lot of people are nervous about using the service. When I tell people I like Craigslist, they usually respond with silly statements about a ‘Craigslist killer’ etc. Basing things...
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List of Financial Documents to Keep (and for How Long)
The time after Christmas is a popular time to clean house. But unfortunately gift wrapping paper isn’t the only kind of paper you need to attend to. You should also consider throwing away certain financial papers.
The year is nearly over. And although 2015 is nearly here, our society isn’t yet paperless. Chances are you still have a filing cabinet – or two or two – brimming...
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7 Ways to Make College More Affordable
College graduates leave school with, on average, $28,400 in student loan debt. That was the figure for the graduating class of 2013; the number will be higher for the class of 2014 and is creeping ever higher. This is why it’s so important to find ways to make college more affordable.
Here are 7 ways to do that:
1. Spend the First Two Years Attending a Community College
As far as costs go, community...
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How to Use Bing Rewards
For nearly a year I’ve been using Bing Rewards. It’s a system for getting rewards by using the Bing search engine by Microsoft. Since about 65% of internet searches are done through Google, Bing needs your help. They need use to change your habits. The Bing Rewards program aims to entice you to at least give Bing a try. They want you to go from saying “I’ll just Google it” to...
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7 Practical Gifts a Minimalist Will Enjoy
Do you have someone on your holiday shopping list who says they don’t want anything? Do they think the whole notion of giving gifts is silly? Maybe they’re a minimalist.
When I say minimalist, I’m referring to a person who prefers to live life with few material possessions. They only want what they need. An electronic wine bottle opener doesn’t excite them. A heated towel rack...
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