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Pay it forward J.P.S!

February 20th, 2015

I watched a movie a few years ago that I really liked. I don’t remember the name of it but it was about a little boy who decided that if he did a good deed and could encourage others to do likewise he could change the world. It might sound as if the plot of [...]

Gifts for under $300

February 16th, 2015

It is a pain to buy gifts for the simple reason that I never know what to buy. On the rare occasion when I do know what I want, the funds are not available to purchase it so I leave the store empty handed and frustrated. “It’s the thought that counts.” Often people use that [...]

Do you pay your property taxes?

February 10th, 2015

Are you a first time home owner? If so then welcome to the wonderful world of taxation. Property Tax is commonly referred to as Land Tax and is levied on a person in possession of land such as the owner, occupier or mortgagee. This type of tax is due April 1 of every year. Payment [...]

Are consumers being taken for a ride?

February 7th, 2015

Jamaica has changed in recent years. There is a fast paced quality of life that has been introduced especially in urban areas. People rush to and from their high pressure jobs and of course this frantic pace has affected how some families enjoy mealtimes. In many cases children are fed a diet high in fat [...]

Are you a good money manager?

February 3rd, 2015

In every circle of friends there is the person who has the better ‘money sense’. This individual always has some money stashed away and is never caught off guard by unexpected expenses. They seem to be less stressed than you are even though they earn the same amount they somehow find a way to live [...]

Are you a savvy shopper?

January 27th, 2015

“What’s my special price?” “Since I bought so many items, what can you do for me?” The above statements are very commonly heard when I am out shopping as consumers continue to feel the economic pinch and everyone wants to get the most for their money. Often others are surprised that simply asking gets the [...]

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