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Save Money With Your Home Improvement Projects (ARA) - With summer in the air, you're just itching to get that home improvement project going. It's a great time to install a rain garden, improve storm-water runoff in your yard, redo your windows or siding, or even change the look of one of the rooms inside your house with new paint and furniture. Read This Article
Layaway Lets Buyers Plan Ahead For Purchases
In decades gone by, layaway was a staple for budget-conscious customers in retail stores across the country, but its popularity waned as credit cards became more available and consumers sought alternate finance methods to buy clothing and necessities. With household budgets tighter than ever due to the recent recession, layaway is once again emerging as a viable shopping tool.. Read This Article
Moving? Do It Yourself!
- Millions of Americans take on the task of moving every year, whether it's for a job opportunity, to be closer to family, or to simply try out living in a new place. Whatever the reason for your move, you can make the task more pleasant by planning ahead and taking advantage of resources designed to make moving easier.Read Article
The Dollar Stretcher Blog: Why Government Debt Matters to You
You see much in the media about federal and state government debt. Most of the reports concentrate on the big picture. How many trillions of dollars the U.S. federal government owes. Or how many billions short a particular state budget is. But few seem to address what that debt means to the average person like you and me. How our lives are changed by the debts that our federal and state governments take on. According to USDebtClock.org the average U.S. Federal Government debt per citizen is over $42,000. And, they calculate that the interest per citizen at $2,800 per year.Read Blog
Ten Steps To Turn Your Hobby Into a Small Business
Given the state of the U.S. economy, you might assume that turning your hobby into a small business right now isn't the best idea. On the contrary, launching your own small business in a down economy can be a very smart move -- if you plan in advance and set yourself up for success from the start. Find Out More
Summer Desserts!
Summer is a time of traditions - people travel to the same resorts year after year, host annual barbeques, and go back time and time again to enjoy their favorite summer treats. It's hard to think of summer without thinking of favorite food traditions - such as grandma's strawberry pie or a s'more around a campfire.. Make some easy summer desserts!
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Save $1 on Eggo Waffles
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Smart Online Shopping Tips To Save Moms Time And Money
Time is money - even if you're not a skilled worker on the clock or a corporate mogul who makes thousands of dollars an hour. These days, no one can afford to waste either time or money, especially busy mothers trying to balance the demands of caring for a family, running a household and bringing income to the family's coffers. Learn How to Save Shopping Online
Get the Most From Your Garage Sale!
(ARA) - Garage sales will soon appear in neighborhoods throughout the U.S. and Canada. These sales are a great way to clean out clutter while making some additional money. "Garage sales are just another form of retailing. Why not use the thinking retailers use to get the most of your garage sale?" Read This Article
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