Whether you have an entire room to dedicate as your office, or a small closet to call your own, the home office is an integral piece of any home-based workspace or business. And, the good news is you can do it all on a budget. Read on for 4 great tips (plus free printable) to frugally frame out a great workspace at home or otherwise.
Did you know robocalls can cost you money without selling you a thing? If you call back on a one-ring call or call a chat line if you live in a rural area, you can find yourself on the hook for a big bill. Remember these tips the next time an unfamiliar number calls you.
That cackling, long-haired witch might send your heart fluttering with fear, but these Halloween scams are even spookier! Here’s what to know about some common frightening scams.
Why blow your budget on restaurant food when you can prepare your own for so much less at home? You just might like this approach so much, you’ll decide to brown-bag it more often!
If you shop online, you’ve seen a “Buy Now, Pay Later” offer everywhere from Amazon to Walmart. The idea is simple: buy a big-ticket item and split the payments up over time. Even retail stores are getting into the act. #BNPL is interest-free, and it can be a good way to get something you really need in hand quickly. Where it’s a problem, though, is if you use it too much or for things you don’t really need and fall behind on the payments. Interest rates as high as 40% can kick in, along with some huge late-payment fees. Use BNPL if you need to, but use it wisely and make sure the payments are part of your monthly budget.
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One of the best things about being a homeowner is doing a great job on your own home improvement and repair projects. But, while there is so much you can do on your own, just remember not to take on more than you can handle. Here are a few tips that can help you identify what to take on and what to leave to the pros.