Today’s Financial Challenge: The Gypsy Switch

June 23, 2008

Good morning ladies and gents! It’s Monday again, and that means it’s time for another financial challenge!

This week’s mission (should you choose to accept it) is: The Gypsy Switch

The gypsy switch is best defined as a sleight of hand trick: You swap something of great value (say, a $100 bill) with something of lesser value (like a $20 bill).

So flex your muscles and get your magician’s hat ready, because we’re going to take the gypsy switch on the road.

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Today’s Deal: 111 Items On Sale at Avenue

June 23, 2008

Avenue.com is having a gigantic sale - There are 111 items on sale, many as low as $10 each, none over $20. Pants, Skirts, Shoes, Purses, Tops, Shorts and More! (Can you tell I’m excited about this?) Avenue is one of those places where I only window shop because I refuse to pay $30 [...]

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Make A Natural Shampoo That Is Perfect For You

June 20, 2008

Making your own salon quality shampoo is fun, easy, and in the long run, it will save a lot of money.

If you have been paying attention to what you’re spending when you buy expensive salon shampoos, you’re probably less than thrilled.

Have you ever thought of how much money you spend on shampoo a year? Add it up, and watch the numbers rise.

When you decide to make your shampoo at home you can eliminate the preservatives and unnecessary ingredients found in store-bought shampoos, and you can create a customized product that works perfectly for your family - for far less that you are paying now.

Prepare yourself for a treat because it only takes about 20 minutes to whip up a batch!

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Today’s Deal: 70% off Boy’s Shoes and Clothes at Amazon

June 19, 2008

Well, you can’t let ‘em run around naked…so you might as well save on what you have to buy. Check out these excellent 70% off deals from Amazon.com:

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Top Ten Fun Summer Fruit Activities

June 19, 2008

Summertime means plenty of opportunities for fun. But little hands and minds need something to occupy all that free time. Why not experience the sweet, fresh fruit of summer with everyday food activities you can do with your children? It’s an easy way to pass the time and doesn’t cost extra.

1. Go berry picking. If you don’t have a backyard garden, look up a local U-Pick farm for a berry-picking adventure. Start now. Strawberries are in season first, then blueberries, blackberries and raspberries.