Book Review: "Frugal Living for Dummies"

Written by Deborah Shelton


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Each section is jam-packed with cost-cutting ideas for baby showers, back-to-school needs, dinner parties, gift giving, auto maintenance, home cleaning, dining out, laundry, family trips.... Basically, Deborah Taylor-Hough offers money-saving solutions for every aspect of your life.

Frugal Living for Dummies is an essential reference for your family collection. This book will make a practical and thoughtful gift for young couples just starting their lives together, college students on their own forrepparttar first time, single-income families, new parents, and anyone who needs proven ways for cutting costs while keeping their sanity.

A must-have guidebook forrepparttar 112665 novice penny pincher as well asrepparttar 112666 seasoned dollar stretcher.

About the Reviewer: Deborah Shelton is a mother, freelance writer, and author of the brand new book, "The Five Minute Parent: Fun & Fast Activities for You and Your Little Ones." Visit Deborah's website for more family-friendly ideas: http://www.fiveminuteparent.com


Guaranteed Easy Ways To Gaining Financial Freedom

Written by By Cornelus Postell


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Look For Ways To Constantly Increase Your Assets

Again, assets are those items that you own and can make money for you. Here are some simple ways to increase your assets to help you have more money:

Invest Monthly In Mutual Funds- Just a small amount each month (you decide how much) will help you to make your money work for you instead of working harder to make more money.

Invest in your company's 401 or stock participation plan- Most jobs offer either or sometimes both. Plus they offer financial records showing how much you have earned. Some even offer ways to invest by automatically taking whatever amount you request out of your check. Personally when I used this strategy I didn't even missrepparttar small amount that was taken out.

Buy US Savings Bonds- Savings Bonds can be purchased through your local bank. Saving Bonds can be bought starting with just $50 dollars. With guaranteed profits assured, this is a good place to start.

Establish An Emergency Fund- An emergency fund can handle life's unexpected financial challenges. Put small amounts of money away until you have enough cash on hand to handle at least 2 to 3 months of living expenses. A helpful tip is to start a savings account to gain more money with interest.

Continue To Educate Yourself- College students go to school to learn more so they can earn more. So can you! Make it a habit to attend seminars on topics such as investing and personal finance. Most cities, towns and communities offer free seminars on these and other topics. Check your local newspaper for information to when and where these classes take place.

Remember, it takes patience. Gaining financial freedom won't happen overnight. In fact, most ofrepparttar 112664 richest people inrepparttar 112665 world didn't just become rich overnight. But having a determined mind, total commitment, mind discipline and a positive attitude will help enormously to getting your financial situation in order. Take a good look of where you are at financially by determining how much you owe and finding ways to reduce those liabilities. Focus on increasing your assets, if only a little at a time, so you'll always have extra money aside you can rely on in case of emergencies. Stop daily procrastination and start getting your money matters in order now. The key to your financial success begins with YOU!



Cornelus Postell has been in the financial industry for several years and has worked exclusively for several major firms. Cornelus is also the author of "Money Solutions That Works!" You can check out his book at http://www.solutionswerks.com/. Don't forget to sign up for his free training program, filled with uncovered hidden ways to gain financial freedom.


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