Even though the world has not shrunk in size, advancements made in communication and transportation has somehow, made it smaller. People are bombarded with news items, travel documentaries, pictures, videos of amazing and exotic places - raising curiosity and feeding on man's innate travel bug. Wouldn't it be wonderful to walk on the Great Wall of China? Or celebrate New Year … [Read more...] about Ten Thrifty Traveler Tips (traveling on a shoe-string budget)
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How Banks Help National Economic Development
You may think of a bank as the place people keep their money, but banks contribute greatly to the economic development of a country. They do so in many ways and we shall look at some of them: They provide development loans. Imagine if there was no one to lend to all the regular people who want to start a business, or even the big companies that occasionally find themselves … [Read more...] about How Banks Help National Economic Development
Top 10 Money Saving Tips
Almost everyone—even the rich—seems to have money problem these days. To help you out in these times of financial trouble, here are our top 10 money saving tips. Tip #1: Ditch your expensive habits Having a single puff or pint may not be that expensive, but smoking a couple of packs a day or drinking several bottles at a time would add up. If you see how much they all cost in … [Read more...] about Top 10 Money Saving Tips
First steps to saving for retirement
Don't waste your time trying to win the lottery, or looking for get-rich-quick schemes because the best way to become, and to retire rich, is to plan and work for it. In fact, that is the safest, and the most practical way to get millions in your bank account. Unfortunately, many do not know how to plan their finances properly. So they end up working their whole lives, and … [Read more...] about First steps to saving for retirement
Save money at the supermarket
You can eat well without spending a fortune! Here are some ways to get the most out of your food budget. You'll save big bucks (and who doesn't want that?) and even eat healthier, too. … [Read more...] about Save money at the supermarket