Monthly Archive "July2010"
Frugalista speaks at NABJ, today!
Hey, Frugs! I’m speaking via Skype at the National Association of Black Journalists convention, today. The topic: Navigating Multimedia! I couldn’t be there in person because I am saving my cash for when my book comes out in January! When my book comes out, I’ll be at every conference. It’s always about the budget, no? [...]
Back to School Savings
Hey Frugalistas! My #dealchat on Twitter last night was tre fun. We chatted all about ways to save for Back-to-School and Back-to-Campus shopping. For people with kiddies or even without, this time of year is a good time to stock up on discounts that can last you throughout the year. Sales are sexy! Here is [...]
The Real Housewives of New Jersey
If you are addicted to the “Real Housewives” franchise like I am, you know that Teresa and Joe Giudice have had a few money woes. Tonight’s episode will show them celebrating their 10-year anniversary. I say have a nice dinner at your mansion, Joe and Teresa! Debt is not fabulous! I hope they don’t run [...]
College savings #dealchat
I had so much fun last night, during my “College Savings” #dealchat on Twitter. The experts I picked were on fire! I know a thing or two about saving for college, but if you follow the expert advice from last night’s transcript, you will be MILES ahead of the competition. College is one of the [...]
Need a Mortgage? Don’t Get Pregnant
EEEK! So, the New York Times writes that some mortgage companies are hesitant to lend money to people who may have a drop in income, even if it’s because they are on maternity leave. I mean, how Draconian can one be? Yes, the economy tanked, largely because of bad mortgages. People bought homes that they [...]
College Savings #dealchat
Hello! At 8 p.m. Eastern on Wednesday, my Twitter #dealchat is all about saving for college. I recruited two top-tier experts to answer all of your questions about getting great deals on college. Your college degree may be one of the most expensive things that you purchase. Loans are overrated, so I hope to see [...]
Free make up at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week-Swim
Get your make up done by Make Up For Ever if you are in Miami for Mercedez-Benz Fashion Week – Swim! The goodies: MAKE UP FOR EVER is hosting a special Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week – Swim “Smudge-Proof Your Make Up” party at Sephora’s South Beach location to celebrate the weekend. Anyone can stop by to [...]
Beyonce shops the sale rack!
I knew it! I knew it! Beyonce is a Frugalista. I had blogged about it before, but now I have cold hard evidence! She was spotted checking out the sale racks recently on a shopping trip. You have no idea the amount of joy that filled my heart, watching B.B. Homemaker shop on sale. It’s [...]
The Frugal Traveler: Dealing with a work wardrobe while traveling
Yay! I got interviewed by Myscha Theriault, co-author of 10,001 Ways to Live Large on a Small Budget. for an article on what to pack when traveling. Please check out the article. It may show up in your local newspaper. The article hit the newswire today! Three cheers for newspapers! What are your tips for [...]
Lebron James’ tax break
So, I am overjoyed that NBA star Lebron James picked the Miami Heat to be his new home. I am a big Miami Heat fan and I know his addition to the team will be awesome. Full disclosure: I live in South Florida. heheh! Wallet Pop had an awesome article detailing how James’ move to [...]
