Entertainment


Economizing in a Tough Economy

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

Lots of us are cutting back on discretionary spending – 9 out of 10 people, in fact, according to a survey from market researcher GfK Roper Consulting. Still, as noted in a CNNMoney.com article about the study, there are some things that people just can’t seem to live without – like TV. A whopping half ... [Read more]


Life Without a TV

Tuesday, June 10th, 2008

There was an interesting post on Free Money Finance about the many benefits of going without a TV, including the financial savings, and the quality of life improvements. Of course, there’s nothing inherently wrong with watching TV (especially when there’s a good golf tournament on!). However, it’s pretty easy to make the argument that we ... [Read more]


Fleece-Free Flicks

Tuesday, June 10th, 2008

For a lot of people, going to a movie is a favorite form of entertainment. However, with tickets now $10 in many markets and a “small” container of popcorn going for nearly $5, even a love story can seem a horror show. Some money saving tips from SmartMoney.com included the following. Find the freebies. Regal ... [Read more]