Have you ever used one of those companies that bargain down your medical bills, then take part of what they saved you as payment? [more inside]
posted by El Curioso on Sep 22, 2009 - 0 answers

What would you do with an extra $600 a month? [more inside]
posted by little_c on Sep 3, 2009 - 33 answers

I'm starting my first day as a college frosh tomorrow. I want to take full advantage of everything the college experience has to offer-- like student discounts! But repeated Googling has failed me; I can't seem to find a directory of local business or events that offer student discounts! I live in Arlington, TX. Can the hive-mind point me towards any comprehensive directories for student discounts in the area?
posted by ShawnStruck on Aug 23, 2009 - 9 answers

What is the difference between spending and consuming? And what is the meaning of "luxury goods"? [more inside]
posted by thesailor on Aug 20, 2009 - 5 answers

My first credit card..looking for cash-back (and other sweet deals) [more inside]
posted by idyllhands on Aug 10, 2009 - 12 answers

My 7 year old son has developed a passion for money. He enjoys collecting unusual coins and bills, spotting bargains at the grocery, playing 'store' and (yikes) making bets for cash. His favorite character is Mr. Crabs. Finance is not my specialty *snort* so any suggestions for age appropriate sites/activities that revolve around the wise use of filthy lucre will be appreciated. [more inside]
posted by maryh on Jul 21, 2009 - 26 answers

Saving for an engagement ring... Are there better options than a multi-year Certificate of Deposit? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 14, 2009 - 12 answers

What cheap/free things can a couple do for fun during afternoons/evenings/weekends? [more inside]
posted by lilyflower on May 7, 2009 - 13 answers

Is there a way to batch download pictures from my Flickr account? How reliable is Flickr as a resource for saving photos? [more inside]
posted by gnutron on May 6, 2009 - 16 answers

I want to only have my screensaver come on during certain parts of the day, but still want to have JKDefrag running. [more inside]
posted by edbyford on Mar 15, 2009 - 4 answers

Am I saving myself money by turning my propane heater to "Low" when I'm not using hot water? [more inside]
posted by Andrea2880 on Dec 31, 2008 - 7 answers

With some products, the off-brand is as good as any other brand, sometimes even coming off the same production lines in the same factories. With other products, there is a quality difference between brands. How about for replacement HEPA filters for a Kenmore air cleaner? (And, as a bonus, should I believe the warning against washing and reusing the charcoal pre-filters?) [more inside]
posted by daisyace on Oct 30, 2008 - 4 answers

iPhone 3G without 3G Plan? [more inside]
posted by brandoniain on Sep 21, 2008 - 7 answers

I want to download flash movies from a particular website. Keepvid does not work since the custom flv player uses flashvars to identity the clip. [more inside]
posted by lahersedor on Sep 17, 2008 - 3 answers

Is anyone going to the Pierogi Fest this year? Has anyone ever been? [more inside]
posted by mrhaydel on May 19, 2008 - 6 answers

What's the safest possible thing that I can do with my money? [more inside]
posted by Afroblanco on Mar 20, 2008 - 28 answers

Fresh off of making chicken that was too hot to eat, my wife and I have baked a pumpkin pie that has no sugar in it. Before you take away my spatula, please help me rescue what's left... [more inside]
posted by unixrat on Mar 3, 2008 - 14 answers

I've been living on my own for about five years now, but I still cannot for the life of me understand grocery shopping. I've tried buying the staples, easy-to-cook meals, and even specific recipes. But I always end up ordering take out after a week. [more inside]
posted by pedmands on Mar 3, 2008 - 34 answers

When is the best time to buy a vacation package to get the best deal? [more inside]
posted by sevenyearlurk on Feb 23, 2008 - 5 answers

USAToday has embedded crosswords in Adobe .swf format: Is there any way to save these to my computer for later offline use? I tried Amazing Media Browser but it wants to re-download the game when I try to work the crossword.
posted by bbranden1 on Dec 16, 2007 - 12 answers

Is it crazy to consider quitting my job? I'm giving myself a deadline of four months so I have time to prepare. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 16, 2007 - 7 answers

Which major American bank is least-sketchy right now? I'm thinking about switching and I don't want to reward bad management. If it helps, someone with good presence in the greater NYC area would be best. By "least sketchy", I guess I mean "having the least to do with the M-LEC and/or CDOs, ABCP, etc.", so no Chase, Bank of America, or Citibank. I'm open to online banks, I guess, if the deal is good.
posted by paul_smatatoes on Nov 27, 2007 - 18 answers

How can I maximize my savings for a trip I'm planning for 2009? [more inside]
posted by sprocket87 on Nov 9, 2007 - 6 answers

How do places where precise timekeeping is essential handle the repeat of an hour when we go off Daylight Savings Time? [more inside]
posted by WCityMike on Nov 6, 2007 - 11 answers

MSWordFilter: Why is my only save option "Save as Web Page"? [more inside]
posted by sjuhawk31 on Oct 31, 2007 - 6 answers

In order to be saved, you must accept Jesus's salvation. Huh? Explain? [more inside]
posted by tmcw on Sep 3, 2007 - 43 answers

What should I do with $1200, keeping in mind that I may need it in the short term? [more inside]
posted by desjardins on May 29, 2007 - 9 answers

What's a safe long-term savings investment if (1) I'm concerned about inflation and/or the dollar getting weaker and (2) I'll only be investing a small amount, like $100 a month? Is it possible for me (in the U.S.) to buy small amounts of Euros without getting eaten alive by transaction/exchange fees?
posted by chef_boyardee on Feb 18, 2007 - 8 answers

I'm planning to diversify my retirement account in the next 5-7 years. I need some advice on the best way to do this. [more inside]
posted by ThePinkSuperhero on Jan 15, 2007 - 9 answers

I am looking to buy a house in the next 2 years or so. Should I (a) suspend payments to my 401(k) and build up my after-tax cash reserves, or (b) keep making my regular contributions, and borrow against the balance when the time is right? [more inside]
posted by Saucy Intruder on Jan 13, 2007 - 10 answers

Will it cost less to run a gas furnace to heat the entire house or to use a space heater to heat one room? [more inside]
posted by perpetualstroll on Jan 3, 2007 - 16 answers

How can one learn/be taught to be thrifty and to not be sucked in by advertising? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Dec 26, 2006 - 51 answers

Is there a way to roll over U.S. government bonds into an IRA tax-free? [more inside]
posted by myeviltwin on Nov 2, 2006 - 3 answers

I am traveling from VA to San Diego for the first time in August. I have never been further west than Leawood, KS. The purpose of my trip is to attend a continuing education event being held at the Town and Country Resort, which is located at 500 Hotel Circle North (San Diego, CA 92108). [more inside]
posted by 4ster on Jul 7, 2006 - 10 answers

Way for a student to save for college w/o being taxed? [more inside]
posted by the giant pill on Apr 23, 2006 - 6 answers

How much should a teenager save? And how and why? (Plus complications) [more inside]
posted by anadem on Mar 11, 2006 - 13 answers

What are some of the little things that you did that ended up saving you a lot of money in the long run? [more inside]
posted by cellphone on Mar 9, 2006 - 94 answers

I'm a poor, nineteen year old college student in Washington, DC. Given my predilection for travel and my extreme aversion to actual (i.e. boring) work, I figure it's about time to start saving money and finding ways to make a little on the side. [more inside]
posted by borkingchikapa on Nov 30, 2005 - 20 answers

Saving a file on Windows XP, I use Explorer to select the folder I wish to save to. When I navigate the directories, clicking on an appropriate folder I occassionally move the cursor over filenames. As I mouseover filenames, Explorer replaces the default name of the file I wish to save with the name of the file I mouseover. Can I modify Explorer to prevent this filename replacement? [more inside]
posted by quam on Jan 2, 2005 - 7 answers