Addressing the Rise in Prices

In an earlier article posted today: Food and Gas Price Report, I discussed the latest information from the U.S. Department of Labor about our rising cost of food, energy and other goods. Here, I will offer some strategies and ideas for addressing the rise in prices. Let’s first address the rising food prices. To combat these prices and continue to provide food to your family you can (be sure to check the links for more information): Find substitutes for more expensive items, such as using dry milk for baking or drinking, giving up organic milk, baking your own bread, consuming … Continue reading

Food and Gas Price Report

The U.S. Labor Department reported today that food and gas prices are skyrocketing along with unemployment rates. People all over will need to tighten their belts and do it quickly. What is actually happening and how can you save and stay ahead? Here are some answers and ideas. Overall, according to the Labor Department’s report, consumer prices overall rose 0.3 percent in March. That is a list of all consumer goods, from french fries to potting soil. Inflation is up a whopping 4 percent from the past 12 months. The two biggest increases that we see for prices are energy … Continue reading

“Maui No Kai Oi”

In Hawaiian “Maui No Kai Oi” means Maui is No. 1 or “the best.” But these days the popular saying is being used more in relation to the island’s gas prices than its breathtaking views from sugary white sand beaches. Living in paradise comes with a price and my family members (some of who live on the Valley Isle) can tell you that traveling around the Hawaiian Island of Maui is costing them a fortune. According to AAA, Maui is now home to the most expensive gas prices in the nation. A gallon of regular unleaded there has hit the … Continue reading

The Nation’s Highest Gas Prices and Where You Can Get a Break the Next Time You Fill Up

It is the one place you don’t want to be if your wallet is an empty as your gas tank. I’m talking about Gorda, California. Yesterday it was named as home to the most expensive gasoline in the United States. The lone gas station in the tiny Big Sur town is currently charging $5.20 for a gallon of self-serve unleaded gas. The price jumps to $5.40 if you want a gallon of premium. So why is the price of fuel so high there? The gas station owner says it boils down to location, location, location. The Amerigo Gas Station is … Continue reading

More Travel Tips for 2008

Whether you plan to crisscross the country in a Winnebago, take to the skies on a trip to Austria, or set sail on a high seas adventure in the Caribbean, the following information might affect your travel plans. WEAK DOLLAR It’s no secret the weak dollar is affecting travel to Europe and other parts of the world. (Or, in the words of my brother who just returned from Canada: “The American dollar and Canadian dollar are equal for crying out loud.”) What’s more, according to a recent United States Tour Operators Association survey, 50% of its members have reported a … Continue reading

3 Tips that Will Save You Money on Car Insurance

Car insurance costs hundreds of dollars! Wouldn’t it be nice to have a portion of that money back? Here are some tips that will save you some cash. Check for deductions. You should make it a habit to call your car insurance agent every so often. I usually do this at least once a year, more if anything in our life has changed. Why? Well, you may not be getting the absolute best price. Call your agent and chat about things that may lower your bill. Do you have a second car? Perhaps that car gets very little milage and … Continue reading

Paying More At The Pump… And For Pizza?

How much are you paying for a gallon of gas these days? According to AAA, gas prices set a record high on Monday, averaging $3.07 for a gallon of self-serve regular in the United States. In Vail, Colorado the price of a gallon of regular unleaded is hovering around $4. The spike in gas has me clutching my pizza coupons very tightly. After all, the high price of gas is bound to create a domino effect that will soon mean we will all be paying more for the pizza we get delivered to our doors via gas guzzling pizza delivery … Continue reading

Another Five Ways To Save Money On Rising Gas Prices

Gas prices are almost painful to look at. Once again, we find ourselves paying unbelievable prices, and it is definitely impacting our very frugal budget. Gas is a necessity if you own a car, so it is not like you can just substitute with something else. There are a few ways you can help decrease your overall spending on gas, and some tips to ensure that your gas lasts a bit longer. #1 – If you normally eat out for lunch, at work, bring your lunch instead. No reason for leaving the building and wasting gas on a short trip. … Continue reading

Five Tips to Save Money On Rising Gas Prices

It seems that Spring seems to be that magic time, when gas prices rise to excruciatingly painful prices. In some areas, I am hearing that prices have already risen above $3.00/gallon, however around here, they are at a slightly more moderate $2.78/gallon. Yes, I am being sarcastic. With gas prices rising so dramatically again, it can really but a cramp in your budget, or your frugal lifestyle. There are a few ways you can help to conserve gas, and some tips and tricks to making the most of your dollar. Read below, for five really useful tips, that will save … Continue reading

Getting The Best Deal on Gas

If you want to get the absolutely best gas prices in you area, there are a few tools you can use, thanks to modern technology. These tools will allow you to check daily gas prices for gas stations local to you. You can then go to the cheapest gas station for your fill up. In this article, I’ll tell you about some of the most popular gas price checking tools and share my experiences using them. I used to rely on friends to share tips on the best gas prices. The problem with that was the information was sometimes outdated. … Continue reading