A Rant Against Self Check-out at the Supermarket
“Now, instead of hiring real people, the stores are expecting me to do the work – and for no pay.”
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Do You Spend Less than $2,000 Annually on Internet, TV, Cell Phone Service, and Video Games?
If so, you’re in the minority. All of these expenses traditionally fall into the entertainment category, as “discretionary” spending. But more and more, they’re viewed as indispensable, right up there with electricity, water, and food.
Q&A: Bad with Money? It’s Not Your Fault
Even before you got your first piggie bank, you may have been witness to events that permanently affected your relationship with money—including, obviously, how you spend it. These events might be quite dramatic, like your father losing his business, or more mundane, such as being teased at school for wearing ragged hand-me-down …
The Year of the Coupon
It wasn’t 2009. Not by a long shot.
Dating Sites: Getting More Bang for the Buck
Figuratively speaking, that is.
Super Bowl Commercials: Playing to the Cheap Seats
It costs a fortune to advertise during the Super Bowl. So it’s interesting that so many of the commercials seem aimed not at the spendthrift rich, but at folks who are still shell-shocked by the recession, and who remain reluctant to open their wallets.
Federal Tax Myths: Your Dog Can Be Claimed as a Dependent?
The tax code is over 60,000 pages long. No wonder there’s a little confusion as to what’s taxable, who is most likely to get audited, and what you can claim as a deduction.
Super Bowl Sunday: Colts, Saints, and Pizzas with the Works for $10
In time for your Super Bowl Sunday party, here are some promotions on pizza, Chinese food, appetizers, sports gear and memorabilia, and more.
Dollar Store: Great Values or Total Waste of Money? And 5 Other Consumer Debates
39%
That’s how much health insurance rates will be hiked for many Anthem Blue Cross customers in California who buy individual policies. These same customers had their premium rates jacked up by around one-third last year as well. And the final kick in the balls: The folks affected have been told to expect their rates to increase more …
What’s Better Than a Raise?
Something that you actually have a prayer of getting. Sure, you could ask your boss to give you a bump up in pay, but good luck with that in today’s work environment. If you actually want to walk away with something after negotiations with your employer, try asking for these perks instead.
Freebies on the Radar: Free Breakfast! Free Pretzels! Free Ice Cream!
Mark your calendars and put away your wallets: Giveaway days at Denny’s, Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, IHOP, and Ben & Jerry’s are coming soon. For all of these special promotions, no coupons or purchases are necessary. Just stroll into the store or restaurant and ask for your freebie.