We’ve all done it. Got lost in the holiday commotion, thinking all that’s left to do is sit and wait for the big day. Then just when time almost runs out, you remember the co-worker, friend, or cousin that doesn’t have a package with their…
Posts Tagged ‘buying’
The Return of Assistance?
Posted by ecreal on December 20th, 2009
We could all use a little assistance now and then for things like washing dishes and jump-starting a car. How about some assistance making a down payment on a house? This might sound like a bigger favor than an extra hand with the dishes, but…
Insecure Houses
Posted by ecreal on December 16th, 2009
When you are looking to buy or rent a home, you have certain requirements. Whether you list of must-haves include cathedral ceilings or a finished basement, something it should always include is security. The last thing you want to come back to is a burglarized…
How To Spot A Bad House
Posted by ecreal on December 15th, 2009
Finding the home of your dreams may be trickier than it seems. Besides thinking about location and the number of bedrooms, you also have to keep a keen eye out for clues to underlying problems in the condition of the home. Sometimes you can detect…
Being Rewarded
Posted by gtong on December 7th, 2009
Who doesn’t like rewards? But when do the rewards end up as extra weight or, even worse, taking your money? There are some considerations you should take when you sign up for any reward program. So before you fill anything out for rewards, ask yourself:
What…
Hard-To-Buy-For Gifts
Posted by ecreal on December 4th, 2009
Do you have someone on your list who is impossible to buy for because they seem to have everything? Each year, no matter what you get for them, they either return it because they already have it or it takes up space in their home…
Saving For Home
Posted by ecreal on November 29th, 2009
Have you always dreamed of buying a house, but can’t seem to save the money for it? Before you lose hope in ever being able to afford a house, evaluate your lifestyle to see if there are any major spending obstacles standing in the way…
Black Friday Survival List
Posted by gtong on November 27th, 2009
The biggest shopping day of the year, Black Friday, is the kickoff to the holiday shopping season. Black Friday is always the Friday after Thanksgiving. You’ll be seeing really great deals on many different products at every store. Black Friday can be a great time…
Economics & The Macy’s Day Parade
Posted by ecreal on November 26th, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving! Odds are you caught a glimpse of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this morning flipping through channels. The Macy’s Parade has been a holiday tradition for over 80 years and it’s no wonder why. While this event provides the nation with a celebration…
Avoiding the Rush
Posted by gtong on November 20th, 2009
The holiday shopping season is upon us. That means so are long lines, crowds of people, high prices, and last minute gift ideas. Sometimes it’s just too much! Here are some tips on how to avoid the not so pleasant aspects of holiday shopping.
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