Gas Prices have increased 75 cents per gallon from their levels just one year ago. A recent Lundberg survey found self-serve regular is averaging $3.57. Here are a few friendly reminders to ease the pain at the pump: Drive Less Consider walking, biking, or even public transportation to places that you previously thought to far…
Category Archives: Home Savings
3 Hidden Costs of Home Ownership
Home Maintenance I’ve written a post about preventative maintenance, but I never actually presented concrete figures regarding just how much these costs can be. This email from my dad the other day was quite an eye opener. Hey, just thought I would let you and [your wife] know, we got a programmable thermostat. I think…
10 Easy Ways to Winterize Your Home
Winter doesn’t technically arrive until December 21. However, the bitter cold, rain, snow, and sleet will arrive well ahead of schedule. Take advantage of these 10 tips now to help reduce your energy bill over the next several months. 1. Reverse Ceiling Fans As we are all aware, heat rises. Take advantage of your knowledge…
What Every New Home Owner Should Do Now
If you are a frequent reader of The Broke M.B.A., you are well aware that we will soon close on our first home. Actually, less than two weeks from today, we’ll be proud homeowners. I’ve posted several articles under the First Time Home Buyer’s Series category if you are interested in more of the details….
Home Maintenance: “An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure”
Although we’ve heard it many times, nothing could be truer than the old cliche, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Preventative maintenance is the best and cheapest way to keep your house in great shape. It also reduces the risk of unexpected repairs and improves the odds of selling your house…