Month: July 2016
Investing for Good: How to Make a Positive Impact with Your Money
July 28, 2016
Investing is not just about making money, it’s about making a positive impact on the world. Investing in companies that have a positive impact on society and the environment can be rewarding both financially and personally. If you’re interested in investing for good, this post is for you.
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Free Air for your Car Tires
July 14, 2016
If you live in California, like me, you should receive free air for your car, if you purchase gas. However, gas stations may still try and change you for air (and water), but this is illegal so you are in every right to ask them to turn it on, and can report them if they do not. In most other states you may have to pay, but you can avoid this by looking at a specific webpage that gives you details on gas stations that provide free air. Continue Reading
How to maximize your car’s gas mileage when driving
July 7, 2016
What an amazing feat of engineering, I can now drive a hybrid car that effortless gets around 50mpg, and in comfort. I really like these high mpg hybrid cars for their frugality, and their positive impact in lowering carbon dioxide emissions. In terms of frugality, saving as much money as you can at the pump can have huge benefits, so I have created a list of how to save the most money when driving a car, be it Prius, other hybrid or otherwise, in case it is of use to you. My next post will be Prius centric, focusing on the key points of maximizing the mpg of Gen III version of this car. My list of tips here is created from the comments of fellow drivers on the web, as follows: Continue Reading
Summer Frugal Work Outs
July 1, 2016
Summer is here, and it’s time to hit the beach! My Frugal exercise schedule changes throughout the year, with summer being one of my favorites. Due to the increase in temperature, I have to move away from some of the low-lying mountains and inland areas and go closer to the ocean. This means my exercise regime take on more of a water format, and what I particularly like to do is: Continue Reading