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Gas Prices – How to cope with the increases?

February 2nd, 2013

On my way to work I was greeted by an unusual sight. Alongside the Nelson Mandela highway was a donkey cart being driven by two men. As they jostled along, their faces were not strained and anxious nor did they worry about what it cost for them to fill their ‘tank’. The cart might have [...]

How to be Extravagant on a Shoe String Budget!

January 22nd, 2013

Okay, I am sure I am not the only one who practically drooled at the tickets for a concert or trip, then checked my budget and realized they were not on the cards. A trip to the hairdresser, buying the latest product or jewelry might also be put off if you are trying to save [...]

How to choose the perfect gift

December 21st, 2011

I know I have gotten your attention since buying gifts can be a chore especially if you have limited funds. Gifts to family and friends however,does not need to be a frustrating search. Just a little can really go a far way. I got a few ideas from watching a prize giving function recently at [...]

Hire Purchase – Beneficial or a debt trap for consumers?

December 19th, 2011

As Christmas bells start ringing it ushers the season of buying and shopping. Often consumers are flooded with images of various items they can buy now and pay for later. Companies often use attractive packages to make these deals appear irresistible and snare the unsuspecting customer. For example, one furniture company offers a ready discount [...]

Free Education – at what cost?

March 24th, 2011

‘Anything Free nuh good.” This is a well known Jamaican proverb that suggests that if you are not paying for a service or product it must have a defect. However, the recession has forced many to rethink their aversion to ‘freeness’ as they scramble to make ends meet. The Minister of Education, has stated that [...]

Back To School Blues!

August 24th, 2010

BOOKS! BOOKS! copyright 2010 Teri Ann Paisley Well it’s that time again! The time all parents dread and some children look forward to with delight. Schools all across the island open its doors to welcome the young minds eager to enjoy all that it offers. So why are parents not excited at this time [...]

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