Smart Ways to Save Money in a Tough Economy

piggybanks Smart Ways to Save Money in a Tough Economy Do you want to get the most out of your money?

The economy is still struggling.  Therefore, it is crucial that we take into consideration every smart idea possible for making our money last.

A little extra thought and effort can make a big difference at the end of the month.  Every penny you can pinch helps your earnings go a little further.

I’m always on the lookout for …

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How to Survive the Double Dip Recession

treasurybill How to Survive the Double Dip Recession Are you prepared to survive a double dip recession?

There is some pretty good evidence that a another recession is looming.  It may or may not happen, but the prudent person will examine their finances and prepare for it anyway.

You might ask, “What can I possibly do?”

This is the voice of the helpless.  These are the people that will be standing in the unemployment line wondering what …

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Tough Economy Demands Proper View of Employment

blue eye Tough Economy Demands Proper View of Employment How secure is your employment situation?

Given the tough economy, many employment situations are changing rapidly.  There are inducements to leave being offered, layoffs occurring and businesses folding almost daily.

Tough economy or not, over the years, I’ve seen what I thought were some sure things go up in smoke for myself and others more than once.

I might have been naive, but I didn’t seem to be the …

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3 Ways A Small Business Can Survive An Economic Recession

circuit city thumb 3 Ways A Small Business Can Survive An Economic Recession Is your business struggling?  We hear about the effects of the economic recession every day on the news.

Layoffs, bankruptcies and business closings top the headlines.

It’s not just small business that’s looking for ways to survive either.

Big name companies like GM, Ford, CitiBank, Wells Fargo and Chrysler have been in the fight of their lives.

Others like Starbucks, Office Depot and Sharper Image have closed numerous retail locations.  …

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20 Ways To Trim Your Budget And Survive Hard Times Ahead

neon scissors 20 Ways To Trim Your Budget And Survive Hard Times Ahead Most people agree that there are some hard times ahead.  The recession is going to take its toll on the economy.  It is a good time to trim your budget and hunker down financially.

“It’s a recession when your neighbor loses his job; it’s a depression when you lose yours.” 
~ Harry S. Truman

Unfortunately, we do not have a crystal ball to tell us exactly what the hard times …

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Crappy Economy = Best Christmas Ever!

christmas Crappy Economy = Best Christmas Ever! Global economic crisis, bailouts and a recession fill the news.  The economy is not doing well, but I think this will make for one of the best Christmas seasons that we’ve had in recent years.

The recession and bailouts have dominated the airwaves and blogosphere recently. Retailers seem to be flipping out, the automakers are whining so loud it is deafening, and the media is having a field day with …

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Now Is A Good Time To Be Living On A Budget

saving bank1 Now Is A Good Time To Be Living On A Budget Living on a budget is always smart, but it is a particularly good idea right now.  The facts about the poor economy keep piling up.  I’m not an alarmist and I don’t want to over-sensationalize the economic situation, but I do think we need to face reality.  No one knows for sure, but there could be some very tough financial times ahead.  This may necessitate the need for living on …

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