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Can Fast Food Restaurants Pay Higher Wages?

This is an article I’ve been wanting to write for quite some time.  Fast food jobs are known for their low pay, with very few companies paying above minimum wage.  We all know that McDonald’s and Burger King make billions a year, so why can’t they pay their workers more? …

Off Peak Electric Charges

Switch to Off Peak Electric Billing

Most utilities offer two separate pricing systems, a traditional flat rate for electricity, and a time of day pricing.  The reason for this is to encourage consumers to use electricity during off peak hours. Power plants are designed and built to handle peak demand, which is when the most electricity is …

It all adds up

My Top Frugal Finds

I Like to scour craigslist, ebay, and yard sales for good deals on stuff.  I try my best to avoid buying new when practical, but when I do have to buy new stuff I try to shop for a good deal as well.  Here is a list of some of …