tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464Fri, 24 Jul 2026 06:06:33 +0000recession2009save moneyDIY savingscareerchildrenhowtomedicationsnew car tipsshopping tipsUSarchivingbudget shoppingbuilding credit historybuying housecredit card tipscredit historydigitizingdollarseconomic crisisemployee benefits 101family tax billforeign workerfree callsgroceriesh1b visahomeownershiphow to buy a new carjob searchingjobslaundry tipsless timemoney from homemortgagephone servicesprepaid call cardsprepaid wireless providersavescanningtax tipstoolstop 10unhealthywirelesswork environmentworst supermarket foodsA Guide to Living and Working for Modern-Day OFWs Based in North America.http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Blogger75125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-3623470034287009203Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:24:00 +00002009-10-16T20:26:45.326+08:00DIY savingsfree callssave moneyMost cellphone carriers provide a feature allowing you a certain number of contacts that you can call, on any network, for free, anytime. So what happens when you team up this feature with your Google Voice number?In yesterday's Tips Box post, one reader used his cellphone provider's "My Circle" feature to make unlimited free calls with Google Voice.The idea is that if you only use Google Voice http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/10/unlimited-free-calls-from-your-mobile.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-90671782583181052Fri, 31 Jul 2009 13:57:00 +00002009-07-31T22:01:56.739+08:00recessionsave moneyshopping tipsDreaming up family dinners is always a challenge, but it gets even tougher when money's tight. Here, Teri Gault, coauthor of Shop Smart, Save More, offers tips to help you get the most bang for your grocery buck. Clip coupons. "There's an average of $350 in savings in the paper each week," says Gault. But don't stop there: Coupons are also available online at sites like everydaysaver.com and http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/07/money-saving-supermarket-tips.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-8907450632529501983Mon, 29 Jun 2009 06:30:00 +00002009-06-29T14:36:15.283+08:002009save moneyYou know that feeling of excitement you get when you reach into the pocket of a jacket you haven't worn for a while and pull out a $10 bill you'd forgotten? I love when that happens. That's the same burst of joy you're going to get every time you discover a new way to spend less. Here are 11 super-simple ideas that are like found money.Entertain the Family for Free Bank of http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/06/11-ways-to-save-money.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-8880728150270302425Mon, 29 Jun 2009 06:17:00 +00002009-06-29T14:22:47.143+08:002009money from homeWhether you’re in between jobs or looking to pad your savings account, chances are, you could use a little extra cash right now. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to make a little money without committing to a new career. Robyn Freedman Spizman, coauthor of Will Work from Home, shares 10 innovative ways you can earn a tidy living—from your own living room. Read on to realize your undiscovered http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/06/10-smart-ways-to-make-money-from-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-1717640423369881164Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:07:00 +00002009-06-24T17:08:09.342+08:00employee benefits 101Would you ever want to give up a healthy chunk of your salary? In effect, that’s what you’ll be doing if you disregard the various employee benefits you’ll have access to in your first job. Many new college graduates simply don’t understand their employers’ benefits programs or their significance in real-dollar terms. “They underestimate the value of their benefits and don’t take advantage of http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/06/employee-benefits-101.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-4200981540229392867Mon, 22 Jun 2009 23:54:00 +00002009-06-23T07:57:00.755+08:002009prepaid wireless providerThis author has been looking for a site that details reviews on the best service providers that cater to prepaid plans. In the event that this author will fly to the US soon, this list (and link) would probably do wonders to a very budgeted lifestyle. Cheers!http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/06/best-prepaid-wireless-provider-2009.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-1875777294910594767Sat, 16 May 2009 02:28:00 +00002009-05-16T10:28:00.735+08:00building credit historycredit card tipscredit historyeconomic crisisIn years past, a financial rite of passage for college students and young adults was to apply for a credit card and start to build a credit history. But in today's rocky economy, those who seek credit for the first time are forced to think more creatively as lenders are becoming less liberal with issuing credit to riskier applicants."Right now, there is a lot going on in the credit industry," http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/05/7-tips-in-starting-credit-history-amid.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-918588880380478258Thu, 14 May 2009 02:27:00 +00002009-05-14T10:28:42.839+08:00dollarsfamily tax billhowtorecessionsavetax tipsMost of us would rather do just about anything (clean the oven, organize the garage, vacuum under our kids' beds) than tackle that growing pile of income tax paperwork. But if you, like most Americans, are looking to cut costs, it's time well spent: Just a few hours of savvy strategizing can shave big bucks off your final tax bill.Before you file your return this year, check out these tips for http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/05/eleven-smart-ways-to-save-on-your.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-4501869719821677959Wed, 06 May 2009 02:28:00 +00002009-05-06T10:28:00.845+08:00laundry tipsless timerecessionWhen one woman I know ran into a common problem—her kids wouldn't put their laundered clothes away—she found an uncommon solution. She moved their dressers right into the laundry room and hung a clothing rod there. Then, once clothes were washed and folded, she could put them away instantly. Not only that, but when kids dressed in the laundry room rather than in the bedroom, their dirty, http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/05/spend-less-time-in-laundry-room.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-2208246325993613995Mon, 04 May 2009 02:16:00 +00002009-05-04T10:16:00.706+08:00careerjob searchingjobsrecessiontoolstop 10From the first Google search to the last interview, you can boost your odds at landing a better job with the right preparation. Here are our ten best tools and tips for job-seekers and career climbers. Photo by lewis chaplin. 10. Cover all the search sites It's not exactly a "hack" to suggest hitting Monster.com, or your LinkedIn network, to check out job offerings and work your connectionshttp://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/05/10-tips-in-landing-better-job.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-4574212550776661835Fri, 01 May 2009 01:40:00 +00002009-05-01T09:45:06.108+08:00budget shoppinggroceriesnew car tipsrecessionshopping tips(CBS) "Nothing happens by accident in a supermarket. Everything is designed to sell."And that, says Consumer Reports retail expert Tod Marks, is the key thing to keep in mind as you go up and down the aisles of your local store. Knowing how to shop is vital.Supermarkets "are in the real estate business," Marks pointed out to Early Show consumer correspondent Susan Koeppen Monday in the first of http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/05/how-supermarkets-lure-you-to-buy-more.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-4518686409213256521Tue, 21 Apr 2009 05:36:00 +00002009-04-21T13:37:51.184+08:00how to buy a new carhowtonew car tipsI stumbled upon a very logical video on how to buy a new car. The speaker shares some cool tips on how to win over those pesky sales people and dealers ready to jump into your pockets.http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/04/how-to-buy-new-car.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-8606066388260852762Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:53:00 +00002009-04-06T08:55:33.853+08:00Whatever kind of work you do at home, your office is one place you want to spend the time to make comfortable and convenient. Take 10 of our tips on organizing, fixing, and streamlining that space. Photo by pdsphil. 10. Get more natural or ambient light If you aren't blessed with ample windows or non-annoying overhead lighting, getting a bit of illumination around your workspace can be http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/04/top-10-home-office-hacks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-3442091512975474644Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:31:00 +00002009-03-24T16:36:36.196+08:002009foreign workerh1b visaUSNEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- Kevin Chou has had his fair share of visa woes. For the past two years running, his Silicon Valley social networking start-up, Watercooler, has applied for an H-1B work visa for the same Canadian employee. Both times, the petition lost out in the government's annual visa lottery, which selected only 85,000 from a pool of more than 120,000 hopefuls."We've flushed $10,000http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/03/demand-down-for-foreign-worker-visas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-748759132095513570Mon, 16 Mar 2009 08:03:00 +00002009-03-16T16:05:38.005+08:00DIY savingsRemember when the tightfistedness of relatives raised during the Depression was amusing? Our grandparents' certificates of deposit and plastic couch protectors seemed downright quaint when our own home-equity and retirement portfolios were ballooning. Suddenly, though, the pot-roast-and-potatoes ethic doesn't seem quite so kooky. We'd even say it's worthy of a salute. So tip your cap to all your http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/03/50-nifty-tricks-for-big-diy-savings.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-7224426130027436294Tue, 03 Feb 2009 09:28:00 +00002009-02-03T17:33:31.661+08:00unhealthyworst supermarket foodsThink of this list as a health {life!} saver when you head down to the supermarket aisle on the next visit.I found this nifty survival guide from Lifehacker, which is also taken as an excerpt from the bestselling book Eat This, Not That.Worst Crunchy Snack: Gardetto's Special Request Roasted Garlic Rye ChipsWorst Cookie: Pillsbury Big Deluxe Classics White Chunk Macadamia NutWorst Yogurt: http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2009/02/20-worst-supermarket-foods.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-1669317157933248900Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:30:00 +00002008-11-27T14:30:00.688+08:00phone servicesprepaid call cardswirelessThe typical Pinoy does not run out of phone numbers to call home. Good thing, this site, brings some cheap options for the ubiquitous prepaid call cards.For new users, this site might help you out with your mobile phone needs. Go VOIP, go mobile phones or landlines. It's up to you and your budget.http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2008/11/shopping-online-for-cheap-prepaid.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-4102962531678575447Mon, 24 Nov 2008 06:22:00 +00002008-11-24T14:22:01.016+08:00childrenmedicationsOver-the-counter cough and cold medicinesaren't for young children. And antibiotics don't work on viral illnesses. So what can you do when your child comes down with a cold or the flu?Try these gentle, effective, and safe home remedies.1) Honey (12 months and up)How it helpsHoney coats and soothes the throat and helps tame a cough.In a study conducted by Pennsylvania State University's College ofhttp://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2008/11/eleven-safe-home-remedies-to-soothe.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-2105944174812315522Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:40:00 +00002008-11-23T19:56:12.528+08:00I hope this article means something. This was By Michael J. Gurfinkel, Esq. Recently, the Department of State (DOS) published instructions in connection with the 2010 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV-2010). Under this program, a maximum of 55,000 diversity visas are available each year (through a random lottery selection) to persons from countries with low rates of immigration http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2008/11/filipinos-are-not-eligible-for-upcoming.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-3174726531770229506Thu, 20 Nov 2008 06:15:00 +00002008-11-20T14:21:21.896+08:00childrenmedicationsChildren are much more likely than adults to have adverse drug reactions, so giving your child prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medication is serious business. Here are some medicines you shouldn't give your preschooler:1. AspirinNever give your child aspirin or any medication containing aspirin. Aspirin can make a child susceptible to Reye's Syndrom — a rare but potentially fatal illness. http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2008/11/seven-medicines-you-shouldnt-give-your.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-657380039249414662Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:32:00 +00002008-10-27T20:35:14.530+08:00It's always a good idea to try to schedule car trips during your child's nap (if he takes one) or regular sleep times, and if he's prone to motion sickness that strategy might be especially helpful. Here are some other ideas to keep in mind:* Don't seat him too far back in the car. He's more likely to feel nauseated if he sits in the back of a van, behind the axle, than if he sits in the middle http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2008/10/how-do-i-keep-my-child-from-getting.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-4774041660029303498Wed, 04 Jun 2008 01:52:00 +00002008-06-04T10:51:27.464+08:00Wed, May 28, 2008 (HealthDay News) — The quality of children's healthcare in America varies widely from state to state, as does their access to insurance and care and the likelihood of living long and healthy lives.That's the conclusion of a new scorecard produced by the Commonwealth Fund, a private foundation that seeks to promote better healthcare for all Americans.According to the scorecard, http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2008/06/best-and-worst-states-for-kids.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-7249521693249996246Wed, 02 May 2007 09:06:00 +00002007-05-02T17:11:16.820+08:00Atty Michael Gurfinkel's Q&A:I have an H-1B visa, valid for 3 years. Although I worked for the employer who petitioned me for a short while, I left for another job.I have now found another employer who is willing to again petition me for an H-1B visa. Will I encounter any problems in changing employers or extending my H-1B visa if I’m no longer working for the original employer?~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2007/05/complying-with-h1b-to-change-status-or.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-6681886692277307475Mon, 12 Mar 2007 13:11:00 +00002007-03-12T21:26:51.495+08:00You're a healthcare traveler because you enjoy new places, faces and experiences. But at times it's still tough to maintain a positive attitude and keep your energy level high. After all, you're always the new kid on the block who has to prove yourself, and you're far from your support network of family and friends. Lynn Blissard, an ICU nurse and veteran healthcare traveler, and John-Henry http://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2007/03/taking-care-on-road.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27353464.post-4455174815701415315Mon, 12 Mar 2007 13:03:00 +00002007-03-12T21:09:59.916+08:00Just board a train or bus or look in the cars next to you during rush hour, and you’ll undoubtedly witness commuters’ addiction to gadgets of every type. “I certainly fill my dead commuter time more efficiently than I used to,” says Katie Lee, editor-in-chief of online gadget guide Shiny Shiny. “I've got a tiny laptop, a smartphone and a music player so I can catch up on work, check my emails andhttp://pinoyprops.blogspot.com/2007/03/gadgets-for-your-commute.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)0