Credit crunch: 50 money-saving ways to beat the squeeze…
Posted by Online Mom on March 20, 2008
Don’t let the credit crunch cramp your lifestyle. You can subdue throw that dinner party, turn heads with your wardrobe and keep the heating on, we learned. You just need to nip and tuck your daily outgoings…
Food
1 Buy in season. Purple-stemmed broccoli, beetroot, leeks, carrots and rhubarb are in stores now. Avoid courgettes, asparagus [...]
Using the home office deduction has benefits, pitfalls for small business owners
Posted by Online Mom on January 3, 2010
One of the most tempting but also terrifying small business tax deductions is for a home office . Deducting the cost of operating out of your home can help you save on taxes, but complying with IRS regulations can be a modest daunting.
Accountants say the excellent news is that the deduction, which used to [...]
More Creative Ways to Save Money (3)
Posted by Online Mom on October 5, 2009
Are you by these ways to save money?
*You can save money by shopping for groceries in the “bulk foods” aisles in your grocery store.
*Bulk up in the wintertime. You don’t need the heat higher than 68 degrees in the winter inside your house. Wear warm clothes and socks/slippers while in the house.
*Use all [...]
Recession’s Effects on Your Business and How to Control Them
Posted by Online Mom on October 5, 2009
The depression of recession can be very damaging not only to households but to businesses as well. Learn about these effects of recession and prevent your business from succumbing into its deadly claws.
1. Customer scarcity
When you have too few customers, consequently, your income suffers as well. The rising prices make customers too picky or less [...]
Avoiding Impulse Spending
Posted by Online Mom on September 21, 2009
Answer these questions truthfully:
-Does your spouse or partner complain that you spend too much money?
-Are you bowled over each month when your credit card bill arrives at how much more you charged than you thought you had?
-Do you have more shoes and clothes in your closet than you could ever possibly wear?
-Do you own every [...]
