When “Free” Things Aren’t Free: Beware the Hidden and Indirect Costs
Don’t take “Free” things at face value. Remember the hidden and indirect costs such as gas, time, gratuity as well as applicable terms and conditions.
Why I Will Not Change My Mindset, Plus the Difference Between Justifying and Being Optimistic About Spending
The difference between justification and optimism in spending money, the importance of fostering an awareness of indirect costs, and how taking a “free” offer when you don’t need it doesn’t make you smart.
Mandatory Sterilization Laws Would Increase Pet Abandonment and Animal Control (Taxpayer) Costs
A mandatory sterilization law would increase animal control costs and tax dollars spent enforcing the law. Please sign the petition to op 250.
It Saves to Be Nice Part 4: How to Save Money by Helping Businesses Keep Operating Costs Down
Being considerate of businesses’ operating costs can potentially save you money.
Pecuniary Reading: The Costs of Keeping Children, Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie
An amusing excerpt from the popular novel Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie in which Mr. Darling calculates, upon the arrival of his children, and speculates whether he can afford to keep them.
The Microwave Oven Working With Other Appliances to Save on Utilities
Heating water in the microwave to use for cooking with other appliances can reduce energy costs by shaving minutes off cooking time.
Giveaways Ending Soon! And Hosting 2 Blog Carnivals Next Week
Enter now for a chance to win 1 of 2 prepaid access codes for TurboTax Premier Online. Contest ends 11:59PM PST Saturday, March 28, 2009. Pecuniarities is hosting Carnival of Debt Reduction and Carnival of Pecuniary Delights next week. Submit your posts for double carnival exposure and enter to win 2 cute piggy bank magnets!
