• Posts Tagged ‘finances’

    DIY Computer Saves a Lot of Money

    by  • November 3, 2006 • Tagged: ,  • Comments

    Warning: This post has much geek speak. Those who are offended or more likely, bored, can look away. Our computer at home is dying. Lately we’ve been getting spontaneous reboots, freezing, and general slowing down. It has trouble with more than 3 tabs open at once in Firefox. Itunes can’t play songs without it being ... Read more →

    The Cost of Clean Clothes

    by  • October 30, 2006 • Tagged: ,  • Comments

    Laundry, like finances, is often one of those things that I wish would just take care of itself. While I love our apartment, it doesn’t have a washer/dryer in it, nor does our building have a community laundry room. That means that every three weeks or so, we have to carry 3 lampers (Yes, lamper ... Read more →

    Where NOT to Ask for Financial Advice

    by  • July 27, 2006 • Tagged: , ,  • Comments

    Recently on Slashdot, a reader asked this question: “I am a rising junior in college and decided to take out loans to cover all my costs so I could graduate with money in the bank. My tuition bill is minimal as I have a nearly full ride, but living is always expensive. With that said, ... Read more →