Savings Scout

04/23/2018

The problem with a credit score is that it can take years to build and weeks to demolish. Anything under 650 is usually “bad” and that’s where many people find themselves after years of trying to make ends meet in a rough economy. Your credit score takes a dive from too many loans, credit card...

04/23/2018

Some people really enjoy shopping for groceries, but for most of us it’s a chore we really don’t spend too much time thinking about. The truth, however, is that your local supermarket takes a big bite out of your budget and is one of the easiest places to make some impressive savings. Here are s...

04/23/2018

President Trump’s new tax plan, coming into effect this year, is designed to both reduce the amount of taxes paid by big corporations and increase deductions for individual tax payers. But will it actually save you money? Income Tax Rates Part of the answer lies in the amount of your annual income...

04/23/2018

If you’re one of the lucky few who get a whopping tax return every year, look out because things might be about to change. Earlier in the year, Congress pushed through a tax reform bill that looks like a gift but could turn out to be your own personal Trojan Horse. The bill created new …

04/23/2018

When you go to the mall, how in control do you feel of your spending decisions? Vegas throws gamblers off balance with low lighting, free drinks and a complete absence of clocks. The methods that stores use to get you to part with your cash may be subtler, but they’re certainly just as effective. ...

04/23/2018

Ever wondered what your identity might be worth to hackers and scammers? As it turns out, probably about $1,200. That’s roughly the amount a thief would pay for the accumulated pieces of your online identity, including credit card information and all of your login passwords. Access to your PayPal ...

04/23/2018

When was the last time you wrote a cheque? If you don’t remember, chances are you’re under thirty and live in an urban centre. Despite the fact that many people think of cheques as historical relics like VHS and vinyl, Americans still write more of them a year than people in any other developed ...

04/23/2018

And no… you don’t have to return them when you’re done. What we’re talking about is a new service from Amazon that allows you to sample a whole range of products before committing to a purchase. If you don’t think that’s a money saver, check out the back of your cupboards. Bet you wish y...

04/23/2018

If you’re think of adopting a pup from your local animal shelter, good for you! There are thousands of wonderful, loving and loyal dogs just waiting for a good home and patient owner. Adoption will make you feel great about saving an unwanted animal and can also seem like a good deal when you’re...

04/23/2018

Apparently, almost a third of millennials graduating with a massive student loan debt say its affecting their s*x life. Bad enough that you’re facing a tough job market and the responsibilities of adulthood, but no s*x? If you want to get that weight off your shoulders and start enjoying life agai...

04/21/2018

Great news from our aussie friends ⚡️

Australia’s position as a global leader in printed solar has surged, following the unveiling of its first printed solar demonstration site at UON.