Category Archives for "Living Tips"
If you’re earning the minimum wage, you might not consider it a living wage. After all, it can be hard to cover the cost of living in many places if you’re only paid the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. But you don’t have to resign yourself to living a bare-bones existence if your […]
Read moreTurn your old junk into serious profit What’s old isn’t always new again, but your treasures from years past might make you wealthier. To find out which items in your attic are worth a pretty penny, INSIDER scoured the internet and consulted two antiques and collectible experts: Marsha Dixey, Consignment Director at Heritage Auctions, and […]
Read moreHere’s what could be behind that high electric bill Nobody likes to get a high electric bill, but you still need your appliances. Not all appliance are created equal, though, and there are smart ways to decrease your utility bill. Click through to see which appliances you should unplug to cut your energy costs.
Read moreBuying Food in Bulk Buying Food in BulkWhen you see a whole bunch of bananas on sale for less than half the regular price, you grab them. Then you watch them turn black because you bought too many. While buying in bulk is good for lots of things, be careful when buying perishables. It’s not […]
Read moreSenior-Friendly Jobs That Are Perfect for Retirement In theory, retirement is a time to kick back and relax, but sometimes it doesn’t work that way. Some retirees still want to work, whether to supplement their incomes, add structure to the day or just get out of the house. Plenty of jobs exist for seniors not […]
Read moreWatch your web surfing If you have a smartphone or tablet, the Nielsen Panel—yes the same people who monitor television ratings—will pay you $50 a year to keep its app on your device and browse the web like you normally do. The information it collects remains totally anonymous, according to the company. Don’t want to […]
Read moreFREE FOR ALL Freebies are everywhere. Restaurants will hurl free food at you for your birthday. Retailers will unload free samples on you just for your loyalty. Yet there are myriad everyday freebies available to consumers even when it isn’t their birthday. The purpose is the same: to get people to try goods and services […]
Read morePOP QUIZ When it comes to things like the cost of raising a child or how much to spend on housing, do you know your stuff? In a recent issue of AARP The Magazine, personal finance expert George Mannes provides a wealth of eye-opening information designed to help Americans get a handle on their finances. […]
Read moreNot Worth It There are some items and experiences that are worth paying a little extra for, while others are simply not worth it. When deciding whether to spend or save, it’s important to figure out if the more expensive option is really the better one. Click through to find out which items are worth […]
Read moreIn a world where people are preoccupied with multitasking, taking on a hobby can offer a welcome respite. Pursuing hobbies and interests can give you the chance to focus on a solitary task, clear your mind, be creative and even open your world to new opportunities. Better yet, you don’t have to overspend to start […]
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