From the yearly archives:

2008

Speaking Of Budgets

by IdaDavidson

Have you ever tried to have a budget discussion with your significant other(s) or family members? How often do they end well?

Money is a highly charged topic for most people. As one lovely friend of mine put it “It’s like I’m showing you my dirty underwear.” The only way around fighting over [...]

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Lower your heating bills

by IdaDavidson

Put more clothes on. Seriously.

Wear thick socks – When your feet are warm, the rest of your body tolerates cold better
Invest in footie pajamas – They cover you from neck to toes, and they’re perfect for spending time lounging around the house
Use a lap blanket
Layer your clothing
Wear a sweater inside

Install a programmable thermostat

Winter – [...]

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Where are your money leaks?

by IdaDavidson

It’s impossible to chart your monetary course without some preliminary work. After all, how do you get “There” if you don’t know where “Here” is? The first step to figuring out where your money leaks are is to keep a written record. Grab a small notebook and write down every penny that leaves your hands [...]

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