Scams and Shams
Often you can get something good by spending little or no money, then there are those times when cheap turns out to be the wrong choice.
Free Advice from the FTC
You might not expect up to date and relevant computer and Internet advice from the US Federal Government, but the folks at the Federal Trade Commission are really on top of things in that regard. The FTC has a very list of very useful and well written articles on avoiding Internet scams and bad deals.
You might not expect up to date and relevant computer and Internet advice from the US Federal Government, but the folks at the Federal Trade Commission are really on top of things in that regard. The FTC has a very list of very useful and well written articles on avoiding Internet scams and bad deals.
Free Headphone Scam
Like many free stuff scams, this one looks reasonable at first glance, however, when you take a closer more analytical look, it becomes obvious it is a fake offer. Read on to learn more about spotting and avoiding bogus free stuff offers.
Like many free stuff scams, this one looks reasonable at first glance, however, when you take a closer more analytical look, it becomes obvious it is a fake offer. Read on to learn more about spotting and avoiding bogus free stuff offers.
Free Tea Bag Scam
As many of you know, I review many dozens of free offers every day to pick one select offer that I feel is legitimate and worth the time of those interested. I find lots of offers that are not worth listing, but once in a while I find one that is not only not worth listing, it is worth warning free stuff lovers about. The "Free Tea Bag" is one of those. I decided to use the details of this offer to help fellow free stuff buffs know what kind of offers to avoid.
As many of you know, I review many dozens of free offers every day to pick one select offer that I feel is legitimate and worth the time of those interested. I find lots of offers that are not worth listing, but once in a while I find one that is not only not worth listing, it is worth warning free stuff lovers about. The "Free Tea Bag" is one of those. I decided to use the details of this offer to help fellow free stuff buffs know what kind of offers to avoid.
OnGuard Online
The Federal Trade Commission runs a site with lots of basic online security information and advice. It's a great place to get a good understanding of online threats and safe computing practices.
The Federal Trade Commission runs a site with lots of basic online security information and advice. It's a great place to get a good understanding of online threats and safe computing practices.
free file sharing scams
Free unlimited legal music downloads – get a lifetime subscription $29.95! That sounds like a good deal ... no?
Free unlimited legal music downloads – get a lifetime subscription $29.95! That sounds like a good deal ... no?
Bargain Oil Changes
Vincent Ciulla explains why getting your oil changed at one of the bargain oil change centers may be no bargain at all.
Vincent Ciulla explains why getting your oil changed at one of the bargain oil change centers may be no bargain at all.
Buying In Bulk
Buying In Bulk can save you big money, but be sure to check the shelf life of the products. Donna provides a handy guide to product longevity.
Buying In Bulk can save you big money, but be sure to check the shelf life of the products. Donna provides a handy guide to product longevity.
Avoid Auction Fever
Pat gives you some tips to help you avoid getting caught up in auction fever when looking for bargains.
Pat gives you some tips to help you avoid getting caught up in auction fever when looking for bargains.
Save - Shop Secondhand
Our Frugal Living expert warns that you can go overboard even when shopping for used items.
Our Frugal Living expert warns that you can go overboard even when shopping for used items.
Online Shopping Tips
You can often save money by shopping online, but be sure you are also aware of potential pitfalls.
You can often save money by shopping online, but be sure you are also aware of potential pitfalls.
An Inexpensive Cruise Vacation
Our Honeymoons and Romantic Getaways Guide reviews an inexpensive cruise. Find out if it was a bargain or a mistake.
Our Honeymoons and Romantic Getaways Guide reviews an inexpensive cruise. Find out if it was a bargain or a mistake.
When Cheap is Not a Bargain
Here are some general tips from your Freebies Guide to help you avoid making bargain mistakes.
Here are some general tips from your Freebies Guide to help you avoid making bargain mistakes.