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- Ingenious Living - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVImagination is certainly an important thing to have when you are living on a budget. Coupled with creativity, this will ensure that you know exactly how to get by with what you have. Everything in your possession can be used in an original and practical way, even the seemingly insignificant ...
Views: 860 - Beware of Quick Investing - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVInvesting in financial vehicles such as stocks, bonds, treasury, and mutual funds are a good way to earn a premium on interest because these financial vehicles typically yield more than the traditional savings account. And why is it they earn more? It is because there is the element of risk ...
Views: 856 - Money Saving Ideas - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVEvery single individual tries to save money in one way or another. If you take a wrong first step then you will be left with no savings at all. The proper way to start is to analyze how much of your income can be directed towards savings. After doing that, compare the remaining amount with a ...
Views: 854 - Gift Selection: Choosing the Right Gift - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from John AOVHave you ever gotten or given a pair of socks as a present? While they may be quite useful in some kinds of weather, socks are generally regarded as rather dull, unexciting items. Often mentioned as part of trivializing or ironic expressions, they have become an ultimate symbol of unimaginative ...
Views: 852 - To-Do Lists Can Do You Good - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVTime is a valuable resource that more and more people complain not to have these days. It is sad to see how much time most of us spend on irrelevant activities, instead of enjoying our lives. In order for us to have more time on our hands, we should better organize ourselves. You probably ...
Views: 848 - Saving Money is Simple - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVIf you are trying to save money, there are some simple ways to cut back on your spending. Consider the following. Saving at Garage Sales For a person whose extremely limited income barely covers the cost of living, local garage sales can be a very practical option. For whatever you need, a few ...
Views: 843 - Tips on Saving Money Personal Finance - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVYou need to understand the power of saving money. So many people out there claim to be saving but they do not do it properly. The potential earnings they can gain from the operation are reduced drastically. There are many tips on saving money that you can use, and they reflect in every aspect of ...
Views: 841 - Gift Selection for a Particular Demographic - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from John AOVGift selection is difficult enough to begin with, but when the recipient is not a member of your demographic -- for instance, a child or a newlywed couple -- the task is even more daunting. But don't panic! Just consider the following before beginning your search for the perfect gift. Gifts for ...
Views: 837 - Save More Money on Food - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVOne of the activities that most people engage in that is an excessive financial drain is eating out, especially in luxurious restaurants. Given that this society is materially driven and largely centered around food, this is a common way for an individual or family to spend both their time and ...
Views: 836 - Discipline and Consequences for Children - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVPaying the consequences for something done wrong is difficult as a child. Being put in timeout or being grounded can be a horrible experience that feels like the end of the world to the child. Just as bad deeds have difficult consequences, good deeds have beneficial consequences. Allowing your ...
Views: 833 - Tips for Frugal Shopping - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVWhen planning their budget, people often wonder how they will be able to buy all the things they need. The surprising thing, however, is that the more money we have available, the more things we seem to need. Since it is unlikely that there should be a direct causal link between our earnings and ...
Views: 817 - Save Money by Quitting and Salvaging - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVThere are numerous habits and desires on which you can waste your money, but perhaps none as common as drinking and smoking. These are encountered on a daily basis, and are commonplace in nearly every society. Little do most people consider how much they spend on these habits yearly and how they ...
Views: 802 - Thinking Ahead Financially - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVYou may not realize it, but having a clean credit report is one of the most important things you can have to secure your financial success. It may not seem fair to you, but your credit is taken into consideration every time you make some of the biggest decisions of your life - from buying a new ...
Views: 790 - Organizing Tricky Little Spaces - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVSometimes the smallest spaces prove to be the most daunting when trying to get organized. However, it is still quite important to keep such areas, like your car's glove compartment and your bathroom, clutter-free. Here are some organizing ideas to clean up your tiny spaces. Organizing Your ...
Views: 782 - Maintaining Family Budgets - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVSetting up family budgets is a matter of deciding what your income is and what money will be going out due to variable and fixed expenses. In addition to this, it is also important to prioritize your spending so that you have the money to take care of things that rank in importance to other ...
Views: 776 - Practical Tips to Consider When Buying Gifts - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVGoing to parties is nice; it gives us the chance to unwind while spending a few enjoyable hours in the company of people we like. However, there is a dark side to them, and we all know it: quite often parties are given with some special occasion, and in that case, someone is traditionally ...
Views: 773 - Credit Cards and Bill Paying - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVThe number of credit card users is constantly rising each day. The benefits of having a credit card are numerous and are causing people to use them for a variety of tasks from paying mortgages to saving money. However, problems appear when you combine interests and debts with credit card costs. ...
Views: 769 - Even the Small Tasks Take Up Time - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from John AOVNo matter how important or unimportant a task is, it takes time. Even the most simple, common, and unimportant thing takes time to do. Creating an article on your computer. Finding a file on a cluttered desk. Rummaging through your drawers for a pair of earrings or pen. Rearranging your ...
Views: 763 - Keep Yourself On Schedule - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from John AOVIt is not uncommon to hear people complaining that their days at work are too hectic for them to be able to plan anything. Plans never work out, there are always changes: appointments being cancelled or new assignments being added, so that the preview and the review of each day have very little ...
Views: 760 - Proper Planning, From Milestones to Menus - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVNo matter how large or small the task, it is vital to plan ahead in order make your life easier and not have to worry about last-minute scrambling. Whether it be a major event or something as simple as your weekly menu, it's always a good idea to think about your plan in advance. Planning for ...
Views: 759 - Clear Clutter in Your Home - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVNot all items of clutter around the home are actually clutter and certainly not all of them can be thrown out. There will be some items that you will need to store either short term or long term. In these instances you should use the appropriate storage boxes to keep them tidy and in good ...
Views: 734 - Emergencies and Interruptions: Do You Have Time for Them? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from John AOVWe all know that a well-organized person has a lot more time than one who lacks this notion. If you are not one from the first type then you should definitely try to become one of them. It can help you a lot. However, being well organized does not fix all problems; not even all time-related ...
Views: 703 - Job Hunting Tips: The Basics - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from John AOVFinding a job is not an easy task at all. On the one hand, it can take a while to find a job that matches your qualifications and expectations. On the other hand, there is no guarantee that your resumé and cover letter will get you selected for an interview, or that the job interview will have ...
Views: 680 - Work Out Tips for Busy People - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from John AOVThe often quoted paradox of our world is that, while technology helps us do things faster and faster, we seem to be getting busier and busier. We want to take advantage of our increased speed by adding more tasks to our schedule. At the end of the day, we evaluate our productivity and ...
Views: 670 - Keeping Your Family Life Healthy - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from John AOVIt is very easy to become wrapped up in the hectic world around us, and unfortunately sometimes our family life suffers from it. Keep the following tips in mind to maintain a functional, strong family. Strive For Strong Family Values These days, a person’s word and handshake do not mean much. ...
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