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Friday, June 26, 2009

How to Barter Online

Came across this fabulous list of resources from Gayla over at MomGadget talking about bartering online. In this economy, trading for things (many things: craft supplies, work projects, favors) can help everyone get by a little easier.

Sometimes we all just have "stuff" that we don't need anymore, that we can get rid of. Why not trade it for something you can use? We do this fairly often in the "geek world" where action figures, game pieces, books, etc. are traded for something else. I also do it with a set of dishes I collect. Now's the time to make your "stuff" work for you!

Monday, June 8, 2009

21 Ways to Save More Than $100 This Week

As a new parent, Trent Hamm found himself "with a big pile of bills to pay and no money to pay them."

After reading a mountain of personal-finance books, he started selling off a valuable collection of vintage baseball cards and giving up die-hard habits, such as frequent visits to his favorite bookstore and coffee shop.~more

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

How to Make a Passive Income Online


Want to make a supplement income that will come in anytime? Consider these online sites to help generate dollars.

Who doesn’t want to earn more money while working less? One way to do that is with a passive income, or money that comes in to you at any hour of the day or night. Generating a passive income takes dedication, but once you get your business going you can often complete the work on your own schedule.

Here are a few ideas on how to make a passive income.

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Saturday, May 16, 2009

Free Stuff at Blisstree

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I've got another batch of giveaways I just had to mention. You could win:

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Beef and Potato Loaf

I found one of those really old church cookbooks the other night, and made one dish that was really good. I happened to change some of the ingredients from the original recipe, and I liked the way it turned out. If you’re looking for a filling meal for your family, this one might be a good recipe to try.

Computers: Luxury or Need?


We all get a little spoiled when things are good. High-speed Internet, multiple cars, and dishwashers are things that have made our lives easier. But do you need them all?

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Monday, May 4, 2009

Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half


With the economy stalled, many people are finding it difficult to put food on their tables. If you've been strapped for cash and are having a hard time just figuring out how to balance your food budget, here are a few tips that will help you slice your grocery bill in half.

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