The Bargain Minute

Why Save?

adam@adamsweb.us — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:19:48 -0400

With interest rates dropping, why bother with savings.

Try Before You Buy

adam@adamsweb.us — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 01:35:56 -0500

Look for a free version, a rental, or something used before buying something you may not enjoy.

Netflix Unlimited

adam@adamsweb.us — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 01:14:49 -0500

The benefits and pitfalls of Net Flix's unlimited viewing feature.

Fatfingers.com: Cashing In On Others Spelling Errors

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 15:36:03 -0500

On a new website that allows you to find mis-spelled items on Ebay.

The After-Christmas Bargains

adam@adamsweb.us — Mon, 24 Dec 2007 12:43:31 -0500

After Christmas will be a great time to pick up great bargains on Christmas lights, decorations, and unwanted gifts.

The Cost of Convenience

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 23:43:19 -0500

Would people pay good money to have some put their hot dogs into hot dog buns. Yes, because some people don't consider the cost of convenience,

Review What You Have

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 22:10:01 -0500

Now is a great time to make sure that you're not wasting money by paying too much to meet your needs.

2007 Christmas Shopping Survival Guide

adam@adamsweb.us — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 21:52:20 -0500

Five tips to have a better, more frugal Christmas 2007.

The Book of Bargains

adam@adamsweb.us — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 01:26:31 -0500

I was a telemarketer and this was a product I was glad to sell.

Begin Planning For Vacation Now

adam@adamsweb.us — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 20:44:17 -0500

Save money by planning your vacation well in advance.

Do You Need an IPOD?

adam@adamsweb.us — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 23:11:00 -0400

Do you need an IPOD or cam a smaller tool do?

The Casino/Hotel Trap

adam@adamsweb.us — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 21:21:26 -0400

Those bargain casinoes may not be the bargains you think of.

Time to Review Benefits

adam@adamsweb.us — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 06:52:31 -0400

Poor benefit planning at work could cost thousands. Adam Graham gives some thoughts to ponder as open enrollment for employees across America.

Scratch and Dent Specials

adam@adamsweb.us — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 19:34:08 -0400

How to save money by buying items off of company's scratch and dent lists.

Netflix Secrets

adam@adamsweb.us — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:44:38 -0400

How do you get an extra two weeks of Net Flix, what role does where you live play in determining the right plan for you. And how about streaming video on Net Flix?

Don't Be Taken on Ebay

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 16 Sep 2007 23:46:23 -0400

What do you do if a seller doesn't pay up when you buy something online. Adam Graham gives the answer.

The I-Phone Lesson

adam@adamsweb.us — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 21:09:41 -0400

Those who rushed out to buy the I-phone learned a difficult lesson when the price was cut.

Minor League Sports--Major League Bargains

adam@adamsweb.us — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 01:05:04 -0400

The Minor Leagues can provide a major source of entertainment at a reasonable price.

You Can't beat Free

adam@adamsweb.us — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 01:30:29 -0400

Don't forget the most basic bargain resource for entertainment: your local public library.

Getting Ready for Christmas

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 21:50:48 -0400

It's August which means it's time to prepare for Christmas.

Net Flix Reconsidered

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 22:13:11 -0400

I looked at Net Flix a few months back and concluded it wasn't a good deal, but some changes to policies causes us to take another look.

The New Craig's List? A Look at Ebay's Kijiji.com

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 15:39:09 -0400

Ebay is challenging Craig's list with it's own online classifieds: Kijiji.com. Does it offer better bargains? We'll investigate.

The Best Bargain on Realtor Fees

adam@adamsweb.us — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 01:30:26 -0400

The 6% realtor commission can take a chunk out of a home sale price, but is avoiding the fee good stewardship or a stupid risk that come back to bite you?

13 Dumb Money Mistakes: I Abused My Textbooks

adam@adamsweb.us — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 02:10:00 -0400

I took $80 book down to $10 in value during two Semester. Learn from my mistake and find out the right way to buy and sell college textbooks.

13 Dumb Money Mistakes: I Was a Sucker

adam@adamsweb.us — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 01:28:46 -0400

Despite a series of lies and incongruities, I believed a deadbeat employer (Don cyphers). Learn how to be cautious in business and you'll do well.

Ignoring a Minor Car Problem

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 17:16:39 -0400

A small oil leak over a long time led to a bad problem for my car.

I Bought a Used Camera From Overseas

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 17 Jun 2007 22:19:21 -0400

Buying on ebay is great, buying a used camera from Hong Kong-not so much.

13 Dumb Money Mistakes: I Bought A Lotto Ticke

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 10 Jun 2007 16:10:59 -0400

Playing the lottery is a fool's errand for winners and losers alike.

Missing an Opportunity

adam@adamsweb.us — Sat, 02 Jun 2007 23:59:00 -0400

My story of ignoring a golden opportunity to get in at the beginning of the blogging age serves as a reminder of the cost of a missed opportunity.

13 Dumb Money Mistakes: I Turned Down a Good Job

adam@adamsweb.us — Sat, 26 May 2007 23:59:00 -0400

How short-term thinking cost me a job in my field of interest and altered the course of my life.

13 Dumb Money Mistakes: Letting Savings Clubs Run Your Life

adam@adamsweb.us — Sat, 19 May 2007 23:59:00 -0400

Savings clubs can be a great way to earn discounts for purchases you already make, but I let my savings club membership lead me to make unnecessary purchases, I made a dumb money mistake.

13 Dumb Money Mistakes: No Reserves When Buying a House

adam@adamsweb.us — Sat, 12 May 2007 23:59:00 -0400

I learned the importance of having extra savings when buying a house the hard way.

13 Dumb Things: Money In The Wrong Place

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 18:55:01 -0400

I put money into a life insurance policy instead of using it to meet financial priorities.

13 Dumb Things: Not Paying Attention to Health Insurance Benefits

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 18:40:33 -0400

How a dumb health insurance decision cost us money and inconvenience.

13 Dumb Things: No 401(k)

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 18:26:56 -0400

I made some dumb mistakes in dealing with 401(k)s and retirement, learn from them.

13 Dumb Things: Not Saving

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 18:10:18 -0400

In this confessional mini-series, I talk about financial errors I have made based on my 13 Dumb Things I Did With Money Post. This episode covers why I didn't save.

When to Buy New Technology

adam@adamsweb.us — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 02:29:43 -0400

A story on Plasma TVs selling more units but making less money reminds us that buying new technology is rarely a good idea.

Are the Bargains Always Greener at the Other Store?

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 23:59:00 -0400

I see if WinCO really has better bargains that Wal-Mart.

Do Not Miss Out on Your One Tax Credit

adam@adamsweb.us — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 23:59:00 -0400

I tell you about a tax credit most taxpayers are not taking advantage of and how you can cash in.

The Most Expensive Word in the English Language

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 19:08:34 -0500

Adam Graham talks about "Now."

Watching for the Cheap Tickets

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 19:02:50 -0500

Adam Graham praises bargain theaters.

Get it Inspected

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 18:56:46 -0500

Why an inspection by a mechanic is essential in purchasing a used vehicled.

Finding Great Clothes on Ebay

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 18:50:57 -0500

Adam Graham talks about Ebay as a source of inexpensive and good quality clothes.

Do Your Own Taxes

adam@adamsweb.us — Sun, 04 Mar 2007 18:43:23 -0500

Why the Tax Act software makes doing your own taxes easy.