I have a guest post up on Canadian Budget Binder that can save you a lot of money on car insurance. See the link at the bottom of this post. The awesome thing is, the savings will keep coming in year after year. There is also a way to tie in your life insurance, house insurance, and boat insurance for even more savings. Cha-ching! The linked … [Read more...]
Find the True Cost of Owning Any Car
Have you noticed the increase in car commercials on tv lately? That's an effort by the car companies to battle a new trend: more young people are choosing to not own a vehicle. They are taking public transportation where available and don't see much reason to own a car, at least in this stage of their lives.It's probably a result of several … [Read more...]
What Does Sustainability Mean in Personal Finance?
We usually hear the term "sustainability" used in connection with environmental issues. But it is increasingly used as a term in personal finance, and it's an important idea to consider. Basically, it's about how your financial decisions are working for you long term.Can you sustain your current spending and saving patterns and still reach your … [Read more...]
Our Scary Halloween Adventure
Just about 36 hours ago we were happily driving the gorgeous Natchez Trace Parkway National Park, enjoying the fall foliage on a beautiful sunny day. We kept saying how perfect the day was and how lucky we were to be there on the perfect day when the fall color was so . . . perfect. Then Mr. Pennies noticed the battery light was on. Strange. … [Read more...]
September: Best Month to Buy a New Car (Plus The Best Used Cars for Your Money)
Just a reminder that September is the best month to buy a new car. The 2012 models are coming onto the lot and they need to make room for them. So check out the 2011 models they are wanting to get rid of for your best deal.You could get your best price near the end of the month when they want to post good sales numbers for the month. That's … [Read more...]
Save $12,000 a Year–Take the Train!
That's how much you could save in Boston if you took the train instead of driving to work every day. That's just the savings in gas and parking costs. If you add in the lower wear and tear on your car & the amount of service required on your car, you'll be saving even more. If you start taking the train or other public transportation be sure to … [Read more...]
August Sales: What’s Really a Good Deal?
Lately it seems every store has continual sales. But in August you will still find extra good deals on the following items in most parts of the US. If you need them, it's a good time to buy.You might find good prices on computers and laptops because they are trying to make room for the new models. There are often computer sales for kids going to … [Read more...]