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How to make a successful budget.

December 28th, 2011

Although shopping during this season might be attractive, it is important to remember that it takes a short time to sink into debt and a long time to climb out. Credit card or hire purchase payments can take a heavy chunk out of your salary so it is wise to count your costs before you [...]

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 [...]

Black Friday (Jamaican Style)

November 26th, 2011

In America the best shopping deals are on the Friday November 25,2011 which is the day after their Thanksgiving Holiday. Of course, we are far from those shores but there are still other ways to enjoy deals and save money. First buy a copy of The Gleaner and if it is the issue published on [...]

Restaurant Week Memories

November 22nd, 2011

Well folks, Restaurant Week is over and what a delectable treat it has been! I must admit I did not get to visit as many places as I wanted but I must make special mention of Sonia’s Home style Restaurant at 17 Central Avenue in Kingston. The service was excellent and it was pleasure to [...]

7 Ways to save money on your Credit Card bill

October 21st, 2011

Okay I know what you are thinking how can you save money if you have to pay a huge bill every month? Sometimes those charges accumulate until your bill begins to resemble a map for the way to debt. In order to save money you only have to adopt the following seven guidelines that will [...]

Slide into School with Ease!

September 6th, 2010

As promised I am sharing some tips so you can save on back to school costs. * Start saving early (I know this is hard but it pays off in the long run) *Check relatives and friends for second hand books. (Ask teachers to select the books that will be used for first term) *Discuss with [...]

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