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Don't Buy It – Print It; Save Money With Your Computer

Steve Tanko — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 20:15:11 +0000

Okay, so the “paperless office” that everyone touted in the 1980′s never came to be; In fact, American workplaces use more paper today than before the advent of the personal computer. So it should come as no surprise that there are ways you can save money by printing items off on your computer. Planners. Worksheets. [...]

Faltering Economy Brings Deals To Fast Food Chains

Steve Tanko — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 19:10:16 +0000

One good result of the forever-failing economy: Even-cheaper eats at your favorite fast food restaurant.

It's not because the fast-food behemoths want to go so low. It's because they have to. After some improvement late last year and earlier this year, the $236 billion fast-food industry — with the notable exception of McDonald's — is mostly heading south, again.

Things We Buy That Used To Be Free

Chris Allen — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 19:40:10 +0000

Think of all the services that don’t exist anymore. Remember someone would clean your windshield and gas up your car for free. Now, IF it’s offered it’s costly. Making money has become far more important than giving good customer service. How about things we buy now or have to pay for that were free. An [...]