Tag "Money"
Women Are Having Fewer Kids
Oh wow! The birth rate has hit an all time low because of the economy, according to the Associated Press. Most ages and races reported a dip in births. Hmm. I guess it’s smart that you shouldn’t have a child if you can’t afford him or her. Or even if you have a great job, [...]
Frugalista is a Deal Sneak!
I have a confession to make. I commit mild acts of deal sneaking. Yes, me! Of course, I will share with you all most deals that I find – from free mascara to free coffee. But I must admit that there have been a few times that I withheld great info until I could check [...]
What Makes You Happy? Spending on Things Or Experiences?
Hey! I was a guest on the The Callie Crossley Show, an awesome radio show out of Boston, last week. I had a ball with the guests and call-in listeners, chatting about ways that we chose to spend – or not spend – in this economy. Be sure to listen to it on this link. [...]
Fashion Hunters’ Guide to Consignment Shopping
Hi, My Frugs! I had an awesome Twitter #dealchat with Jeanne Nicholson, marketing director of Second Time Around consignment shop, last week. Yes, that Second Time Around of Bravo TV’s Fashion Hunter’s fame. I just had such a great conversation with her that I asked her to do a Q&A for the blog. Please enjoy [...]
Does Your Guy Have a “Boo Budget” for You?
Hi, my Frugalistas! I asked Terence of the infamous coupons on a date post on TheFrugalista.com, to write a post on how he’s able to budget to entertain his little lady. Read below and let me know what you think about how he’s able to fit his “boo” in his working man’s budget. I think [...]
Frugalista’s Top Fab 4
Hey, Frugs! Here’s a round up of some events and websites that may make your life a little bit more frugal and fun! 1) #dealchat: I’m hosting a Twitter #dealchat on consignment and resale shopping tonight at 8 p.m. est so follow me @frugalista. I have the most fabulous guests! I booked Jeanne Nicholson, director [...]
Banks Backing Away from Fees?
The Huffington Post has an article saying that Bank of America may be looking for ways to help its customers avoid debit card fees. The article says that Bank of America may ask customers to maintain minimum balances, use its credit card or use direct deposit to avoid debit card fees. Another article in the [...]
Weird Things People Are Stealing in the Bad Economy
Hello, my Frugalistas! Hard times call for desperate measures. Time Magazine had a post on the top five weird things that people are stealing now that the economy is not so hot. This list had me cracking up. I had known about the hair weave thefts for a while. In my next life, I think [...]
Credit Union 411
Hey, Frugs! I know we’ve been rapping about Big Banks and fees for a while. A lot of people are saying that credit unions are the answer to saving our wallets from evil bank fees. Well, I asked Ondine Irving, credit union expert and owner of Card Analysis Solutions and CreditCardConnection.org, to do a Q&A [...]
Frugalista’s Fab 5 Frugal Tips for Starting Your Business
Here at TheFrugalista.com, we are all about being frugal capitalists. I’m a big fan of cutting expenses and increasing your income to either a) slay debt or b) save more cash. If you want to start your own business or just get a freelance side hustle going, I have some money-saving tips that I’ve learned [...]
