I wouldn’t go as far as defacement to keep something from being stolen. Would you? http://www.bargainbabe.com
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How I almost got my identity stolen
I received a suspicious email from my card company yesterday followed by a call from a person who, in the first breath, asked me for my social security number!!! Ug, I hate scammers. Make sure you don’t fall for this! http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Hotel goodies: free to take home?
Do you take hotel toiletries home? I found 23 amazing toiletry products at my Radisson hotel, which somehow makes me feel more at liberty to take them all. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Two trickey scams to watch out for
I recently learned about two common scams. Way beyond Nigerian princes begging for money, this stuff could really trick you. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Do not confuse frugal with cheap
If you are reading this post, you probably a frugal person or a frugal-person-in-training. Perhaps your frugal ways have been called “cheap” or caused embarrassment. This article clears up any confusion between frugal and cheap. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Money morality: would you give a Groupon as a gift?
So is it tacky to give Groupons as gifts if you got the coupon voucher for 90% off? http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Money Morality: should I take advantage of a $20 Target gift card?
I received a coupon for a $20 Target gift card yesterday with one big hitch. It is only valid…http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Money morality: do you compromise ethics to save money?
If you where faced with an ethical decision to save money, what would you do? http://www.bargainbabe.com/
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Money morality: does nickel and diming save money?
When is it worth it to “nickel and dime” someone? I’m not talking about saving a dollar here or there by using coupons or waiting for a sale, but the savings gained by negotiating a lower price. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Money morality: helping out low-income friends
The prospect of giving gifts to a friend outside of Christmas, birthdays, and special occasions makes me nervous. Is this even appropriate? Will I hurt his pride? I called etiquette expert Nancy Mitchell for tips. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Money morality – do you accept money from your parents?
A friend of mine lives in a part of the country where expenses are so high that nearly every couple works two high-paying jobs and still struggles financially. So how do they get buy? The answer shocked me… http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Money morality: legit to shop at thrift stores?
I recently bought $29 worth of clothes at two thrift stores – Salvation Army and Goodwill – and each time I made my purchase I felt like I was taking advantage of a service that was meant for people earning much less than me. Not that I’m a Rockafeller, but I make a decent living. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Money morality: who pays?
A friend of mine recently took a weekend trip to visit a state she had never been to and stayed with friends for two nights. The accommodations were as good as a top name hotel, the homemade meals delicious, and the hosts gracious. What’s the problem? Her hosts paid for EVERYTHING. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Money morality: if someone undercharges you…
I was chomping on a tasty BBQ dinner with five friends when – GASP – the waitress undercharged us. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Money morality – is finding money stealing?
I found a five dollar bill at the Hollywood farmer’s market Sunday – but I didn’t pick it up. The crumpled bill was next to bags of green, yellow, and red peppers. Was the real owner nearby? Would anybody see me if I grabbed the money? Should I loudly proclaim my luck and be the envy of the stall? http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Welcome to Bargain Babe! I’m Mara, and I’m so glad you’re here. I am an obsessive bargain hunter and penny pincher, and I am determined to live a full life without EVER paying full price.