Save on electricity with these tips!

save-money-electricWith energy and fuel prices set to increase in South Africa once again, we came across this article from LifeHacker written by Adam Dachis on how he set about saving on energy in Los Angeles where he lives. We've gleened the most important and relevant tips here for us, here in South Africa. 

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Keep your food fresh for longer

ryou eggsCleo de Brabander created her latest series of storage products by initially asking a group of elderly people how they preserved food before the invention of the refrigerator. Her newest collection of kitchenware uses simple traditional methods of keeping food fresh, but with a modern design.

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Eating healthy on a budget, part 2

high-food-pricesLast week we looked at four healthy, budget-friendly foods. Here are four more to add to your grocery list and cart, for meals that can keep your food budget - and health - on track.

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Are you getting the best data rate?

appletoappleI have to say, I love Moneysmart. Moneysmart helps the consumer by analysing the facts and figures to help us make more informed financial decisions. They come up with the most practical, helpful information - and this data comparison is nothing less!

In a recent research study conducted by World Wide Worx, it’s been shown that the average cell phone user’s spend on data has increased by 50% in the last 18 months. On the other hand, the amount of money spent on voice calls has dropped by the same difference in that period.

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Eating healthy on a budget, part 1

high-food-pricesWith the rising cost of food, eating healthy may seem like a luxury you just can't afford. But don't head for the fast-food "value menus" just yet - use this list of inexpensive options to guide your shopping. All are healthy choices for the whole family that won't break the bank.

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Avoiding GM foods: can we afford it?

GM-tomatoesGiven the crises facing the planet, with the population set to reach the 9 billion mark by 2050 and increasing strains being placed on water, energy and food supplies, it would be wrong to hope there could be a single solution to the storms that lie ahead.

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Keep track of your grocery spending

shopping-listKeeping track of how much you're spending at the grocery store isn't an easy feat. Provided you use a paper grocery shopping list, a good suggestion is that you write down the price of items as you go along instead of crossing them off your list.

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Larger hotel room for same price!

Hotel-RoomsWant a more spacious hotel room or that Wi-Fi charge waived from your bill? Hotel receptionists share insider tips for these and other ways to improve your next hotel experience.

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Resist upgrade temptations and save!

upgrade-now-logoEvery year hardware manufacturers release new iterations of their products. From Apple to Samsung to Nintendo, the upgrade treadmill never ends. So, why do we feel the need to buy into it every year? We'll show you why you get stuck on the upgrade treadmill, and how to be happy with what you have.

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Good driving habits SAVE you money

fuel efficiency 1With fuel prices ridiculously high, it pays to put into practice some fuel-efficiency tips.

A recent Wheels24 survey on how the higher cost of living has affected the fuel consumption of South African motorists reveals startling facts. Perhaps you can find yourself amongst these points...

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