Sinners Beware the Shopocalypse!11

Are you addicted, conflicted, hypnotized and CONSUMERIZED by the demon monoculture of materialism? PRAISE the Lord and put away your credit cards, people! The Reverend Billy Talen-head of the Church of Life After Shopping--is here to SAVE you from path to et...

The (Female) Cost of Living41

It sounds almost silly: A survey of drug store goods, in the January issue of Consumer Reports, found that items aimed at women tend to cost more—sometimes 50% or 60% more. What's disturbing is how pervasive and financially poisonous the s...

3 Reasons to Avoid Outlet Malls3

Outlet malls lure shoppers with the promise of designer goods at fire sale prices—but many don't deliver bona fide bargains, so beware. Here are three ways outlet malls tempt you to spend:
  • That looong drive. Consumer research shows t...
  • 5 Affordable & Healthy Grocery Buys0

    What’s a budget-conscious grocery shopper to do? There are obvious tips like ‘buy fruit in season when it’s cheapest,’ and ‘shop the sales,’ and ‘always shop from a list.’ Even if you’re not shopping the sa...

    My Spending Hiatus So Far16

    Today's guest blogger Jenny Newcomer is a busy mom of 2 and the founder of LobotoME {eco-friendly organizational products} - For more information visit at www.LobotoME.com.   Today's guest blogger, Jenny Newcomer, is the creator of Lobo...

    Plan Your Next Splurge8

    Need $10,000 to renovate your kitchen? How about $2,000 to buy a new computer? Big expenses happen. Here's a way to save for large, one-time, non-budgeted expenses: Set up a separate savings account (try ING DIRECT (9/9/09 APY: 1.3%), SmartyPig.com (9...
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