Wal-Mart has recently busted many of its employees that were scamming customers. Although this was at Wal-Mart, it could happen at any retail store. Here is what was happening:
1. You checkout
2. You pay with a debit card
3. The cashier manually inputs $20-$60 cash back which only shows up on your receipt and not [...]
There are many companies (both large and small) that are closing lately. Many of them just simply have run out of capital. This creates a great buying opportunity for entrepreneurs. So, how do you determine the value of a business that you want to purchase? Here’s a simple formula that can [...]
Previously to save electric costs, I use a programmable Insteon Dimmer Switch, which allowed me to turn a light on at a specific dim level. Hit it a second time, and it goes to full brightness. I put this in the bathroom, which used 10 60-Watt Globe Bulbs. Since the bathroom light [...]
If you have trouble controlling your spending, here are some tips to curb your spending and take control of your finances:
1. Carry a list of “things to buy.” This needs to be written down (not a mental list). If you see something you think you might want, don’t buy it right then, [...]
Ever buy a gadget or tool only to find out that it wasn’t worth the cost or hassle? For example, recently I had bought a pair of jumber cables (a cheap set from one of those big box discount stores). Only to find out when in the heat of the moment, it did not fulfill [...]