by Linsey Knerl | General Finance
We live in a world where “thank you’s” are taken very lightly. We are quick to shoot off a Facebook message with a “TY” rather than take the time to do things right. Because of the gap between those who put much effort and genuine thought into their messages of...
by Linsey Knerl | Consumer Info, Life Style
Everyone knows that mystery shopping is a hot topic for anyone wanting to earn some extra cash. I’ve done it quite a bit over the past 10 years, and I admit that it has gotten me through some tough times. There are some things about the profession that aren’t...
by Linsey Knerl | Consumer Info, General Finance, Savings
With many consumers out of work and the remainder on health insurance plans that may or may not pay for the big bills, it is important for all consumers to have an action plan in place to cut costs, if needed. It may not be possible to avoid having major procedures...
by Linsey Knerl | Income, Life Style
When you think of selling antiques or collectibles, you may assume that you don’t have the start-up cash to get into the business. In fact, my husband and I started a small reselling business on Ebay this summer, with little more than an initial $50...
by Linsey Knerl | Frugality, Life Style
I love hearing the accounts of “extreme couponers” who have scored groceries and toiletries for less than 15% of the total purchase price. To me, this is a fairy tale, however, as I have one grocer within 20 minutes of my home, and it is a tiny store with limited...
by Linsey Knerl | Frugality
There has been quite a bit of buzz over the past few decades concerning using “natural” remedies as a more affordable option for treating common illnesses and ailments. While I won’t even try to go into which cures work, which won’t, and which are just a bunch of...
