Archive for June, 2008
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Friday, June 20th, 2008Our stimulus tax rebate check has finally arrived and only 4 days late. According to the schedule and the confirmation letter, it stated we should receive our check by June 13th. It arrived on the 17th, and the 13th was actually the day the check was written. While we’re relieved to get it without any [...]
Sleep and Save Money
Wednesday, June 18th, 2008How can sleeping 8 hours a night save you money? In a report by Lesley Stahl of 60 minutes, she explores the latest research on sleep. Sleep deprivation has been linked to serious problems such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. A full night of sleep is also critical for us to perform our best. [...]
Book Review: The Smartest Investment Book You’ll Ever Read
Monday, June 16th, 2008The Smartest Investment Book You’ll Ever Read by Daniel Solin describes how to be a smart investor and steer clear of propaganda, media, and professionals that do not have your best interests in mind. Daniel Solin is a leading securities arbitration lawyer and a Senior Vice President of Index Funds Advisors. He is also the [...]
New fuel economy tests
Saturday, June 14th, 2008Starting with the 2008 model year vehicles, the estimated miles per gallon will be calculated off a new set of tests. They will include a more accurate mpg than the old tests which are now more than 40 years old. The new testing will take into account faster speeds and acceleration, air conditioner use, and [...]
America’s Cheapest Family Saving Money
Monday, June 9th, 2008Annette and Steve Economides are known as America’s Cheapest Family. They currently have a book out called America’s Cheapest Family, Gets You Right on the Money, which shows how they live, raised five kids, paid off their first house in nine years, and never had a car payment. You can find their website here and [...]
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