Archive for the ‘Money Thoughts’ Category

Flying

This year is flying by so fast.  I remember just thinking the other day that the year seemed like it just started.  I guess staying busy has been a good thing in 2009 with work & travel. 
I was looking at my calander today and noticed that we are only 7 weeks away from Christmas.  It is [...]

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Loose Coins

The other day I noticed that all my loose coins were filling up in my glass jar.  I usually take them to Coinstar in a local grocery store.  I know I hate rolling coins and the fact that coin places charge a fee for cash.  Usually it is like 9%. 
My friend who manages a local [...]

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The Internet Age

Do you remember the days when we hardly ever used the internet?  It really was not until 2000 that I started using it.  Wow!  Things have changed. 
Anyway, I was thinking today how the internet saves me money all the time.  Whenever I get ready to go out to eat, I will go to the restaurants site and see if [...]

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The power to bargain

Most of the time people think the only time they can bargain is when they are at a garage sale or car dealerships.  For me that could not be anymore false.  When I am going to buy some more expensive ticket items not only do I research for the best price, but I try even [...]

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