Craigslist VS. eBay: Why I Choose Craigslist for Most Transactions
Craigslist is a staple service in a frugal lifestyle. I love to purchase and sell things using this free service. eBay essentially does the same thing as Craigslist—allowing you to sell or purchase used (and sometimes new) items from others—but there are fees involved. What are some things about it that are better than [...]
It’s Frugal Confessions Friday–Garage Sale Edition!!
Happy Friday Everyone! Today I thought we’d do something a little differently. I was approached from the author of GarageSalesTracker website to publish a short post on garage sales. In honor of that, I’d love to hear about the best item or worst item you have ever found at a garage sale, and what you [...]
A Tip for Anyone Expecting to Claim the Homebuyer Tax Credit
Do I have any readers looking to buy a home soon, or ones who have recently purchased a home? If you qualify for the Homebuyer’s Tax Credit, as Paul and I did, then I suggest that you claim it on your 2008 tax returns. In the rules, you are allowed to amend your 2008 tax [...]
Honeymoon Savings Goal: September Update
October is here, and it’s time to update my honeymoon savings goal! If you remember, I started off with $779 at the beginning of September. Now we are at $931. Here is the breakdown: $10 from a gas rebate $30 from another rebate (although I cannot remember what this check was for! $75 from our [...]
I Will No Longer Sell Myself for $4.86 Per Hour
Imagine walking into an interview for that next big position you are hoping for. You are dressed for the occasion—some dockers, a nice blouse, perhaps a business suit that you spent a few dollars on at the dry cleaners after lugging it out from the recesses of your closet—and your resume is simply radiant from [...]
Update: Cashing in on the Billions of Change Americans Throw Away Each Year
I have to say…not much. From the beginning of July until the end, I managed to find $0.14. Here is the breakdown: one dime and four pennies. I have to say, I think there is a lot of competition here. There seem to be a decent amount of homeless people in certain areas of Houston, [...]
Scrap Metaling for Extra Cash
Do you have a pick-up truck, or know someone who does? Then you might want to consider scrap metaling as a way to earn some extra money. Not only does this offer a ‘hobby’ income stream, (potentially helping you pay off your truck loan faster) but it is also an environmentally sound way to reuse [...]
I have Joined the Yakezie Challenge!
