We live in a world of fast-moving consumer products. The focus is often on quantity rather than quality. In recent years, thousands of on-line clothing stores have opened. Their business model relies on large volumes of cheap garments and a quick turnaround. This provides us with choice and competition. It also makes clothing affordable for everyone. However, you could argue that low-quality products won’t last. Therefore, the initial saving is a false economy. There are several steps we can take {Read More}
Save Money By Powering Your Home With Propane
April 13, 2016 By Leave a Comment
More than 12 million U.S. homes use propane for home heating systems, water heating systems, cooking, generators, appliances, and much more. As the summer heats up, homeowners everywhere look for ways to stay cool without seeing a huge increase in energy costs, and this infographic published by Griffith Energy Services reveals that propane is the clean — and cost-effective — answer. Propane offers an environmentally friendly way of cooking, giving off 30 percent fewer emissions than cooking with electricity does. Better still, using propane {Read More}
How New Windows Can Make Any Home More Enjoyable
April 5, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Did you know that the first thing we notice at a home is the windows? Even if we don’t realize it, the windows pop out and attract the eye allowing us to form an impression of the house in question. So how is your house going to seem in the eyes of a passing stranger: elegant and neat or old and boring? If you don’t like the vibe your current windows set maybe it’s time for a quick renovation project. {Read More}
Cutting the Cost of Cruising
March 25, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Cruises are often thought of as expensive holidays. However, while some cruises can indeed be expensive, many can actually be very affordable. Not only are some cruises great value, but there are also many ways to save money on cruises to enjoy all the magic for less. Cruising Costs: What Are You Paying For? There are some standard costs involved when you book a cruise, and it is a good idea to know what these are before you start shopping. {Read More}
3 Ways To Save On Your Heating Bill This Winter
February 25, 2016 By Leave a Comment
Moving from the North to the South, I learned real fast that winter months are no-where near as cold as the winter months up North. When I lived up North our heating bills were always extremely high. After moving down South I knew since the winter months were not as cold our heating bill should be cheaper. However, I was wrong, it seemed as though the heating bill became more and we were not as warm. Shortly before moving into {Read More}
A Shopper’s Delight: All About Giving and Using Gift Cards
February 18, 2016 By Leave a Comment
When you think of some of the presents that you have received over the years and how pleased you have had to look when opening something that you would not have bought yourself, it explains perfectly why gift cards are enduringly popular. Giving gift cards to someone covers a lot of angles and allows the recipient to spend the money on something they really want, and it is also one of the perfect gifts to give because you can choose {Read More}
