Growing Your Money
The Struggle As a teen I have struggled with making money to save, get things I want, or pay for things I need. I tried every job I could think of. Finding a traditional job is impossible at 14, and still hard for older teens. Here are 10 simple things you could do to make some cash if you’re willing to work. Shoveling/ Snow blowing Driveways If you live in an area where … [Read more...]
There are three reliable ways to buy a used guitar: eBay, Craigslist, and Guitarcenter’s used section. Some people like to get things new, but this isn’t always the best way to go about buying guitars. In fact, you can check out our article on guitars under $100. When you buy a guitar new, you pay twice what you could get it for used. Others like brand new merchandise because … [Read more...]
With the ever-increasing prices in gasoline, everyone is looking to find out how to get better gas mileage and save some money. The days of low gas prices are behind us. Below are some great tips that will allow you to get better miles per gallon in your car. 1. Drive Slowly Driving slowly, at speeds lower than 65 mph, will help you lower your gas consumption, which means … [Read more...]
Composting is a great way to go "green" and create your own fertilizer using discarded food. Compost is very nutrient-rich, and can be used for a number of activities, including gardening, landscaping, and agriculture. But in order to compost effectively, you'll need a place to put your scrap wastes. Creating a homemade compost bin is the perfect way to keep your compost in … [Read more...]
It can really be a challenge to find craft ideas for children, especially if you're on a budget. If you need some ideas for crafts, here are 10 homemade crafts for children. You can keep your kids occupied for quite a while with these homemade crafts. Wax Paper Art Mix glue and some liquid tempura paint or food coloring to give a nice, bright color. Next, paint fully over … [Read more...]