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You see their lavish lifestyles on reality TV, so it's a bit of a pleasant surprise to find out the matriarch of the Kardashian family has a frugal side to her. In a Bankrate interview, Kris Jenner says she recognizes that fame is fleeting and believes saving for the future is of utmost importance. Kris says: I realize this isn't going to last forever, and I think it's really important to save Read more
Reader maude wants to know if it's safe to purchase discounted gift cards. This question was posted in the How Do You Save group: I just read about sites where people will sell their gift cards for a discounted amount on Get Rich Slowly. This seems like a great idea but also one that can easily get out of hand where you might spend money on gift cards since they are discounted but necessarily Read more
Kate Middleton looked beautiful on her wedding day, but did you know she pulled a savvy move and did her makeup herself? It's important to look your best on your wedding day, and looking good doesn't always have to cost an arm and a leg. Follow these simple tips from Dana LaRue, founder of The Broke-Ass Bride blog, to look as pretty as a princess on your big day without breaking the bank: Mall Read more
Retirement seems so far away and calculating how much you need for your nest egg may feel so overwhelming that you might use it as an excuse to procrastinate. A Wall Street Journal article gives a ridiculously simple shortcut to help you figure out your retirement needs: Every experienced financial planner I've spoken to, when pressed, has given the same answer. At a pinch, for most people, the Read more
In the spirit of Spring cleaning, a New York Times writer encouraged technological downsizing by outlining some items that could be worth getting rid of and others worth keeping. Multi-use gadgets not only take up less space, they also can end up saving you money! I agree with some of his get-rid-of-it suggestions (GPS units, for example); others I'm not so sure. What do you think? Click through Read more
Feeling that 2 p.m. slump and need a boost? From today through Wednesday, March 30, selected Jamba Juice stores are offering two 16-oz. smoothies, juices, Ideal Meals, or hot blends for only five bucks. While normally a 16-oz. smoothie runs for $3 to $4 plus tax, you can get in with a co-worker or friend and save a few dollars for an afternoon pick-me-up. Instead of that costly caffeine fix, Read more
Back-to-school lists are breaking household budgets! Facing financial cuts, many public schools have been adding supplies (that they used to provide) to the items on a child's must-have list. Clorox wipes and pencils for sharing are now the norm. If a school is requesting cleaning supplies, a spokesman for the Washington Education Association tells the Seattle Times, this means that the school is Read more
With the economy the way it is, many people are tightening their budgets and trying to spend less. Although food is something we need to buy every day, eating healthy doesn't have to break the bank. While it's true that junk food can be less expensive than fruits, veggies, and other nutritious foods, it doesn't mean you should skip the produce aisle and go straight for the Nilla Wafers. Here are Read more
I recently purchased this Arden B. Silk Trapeze Dress for $64 (originally $130) to wear to a friend's upcoming nuptials. Two days later, I revisited the site and found it had gone on sale for $30. What?! First I was thrilled, but then I was mad I had paid the higher price. I pondered whether or not I should call customer service for a price adjustment. Despite my initial hesitancy, I sucked it Read more
It really is quite hard to shave off hundreds or thousands of dollars off your expenditures unless you opt for some what some people might call drastic measures. Of course, you can always have more cash in the bank by earning more money, which you achieve through methods like having side jobs or negotiating a higher salary. Some people opt for certain choices that will save them a ton of money, Read more
