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The Keys to Successful Haggling

Haggling down prices is a classic way to score a deal, but it's one that intimidates most people. Either they don't know how to go start or how to actually go about it. Fortunately, Wisebread.com has a really great…
Ways to Save $$ While Shopping Online

Shopping online is a fantastic way to save money. Maximizingmoney.com just did a great post about the 10 things you should always do when shopping online to maximize your savings. These tips are great for the online s…
4 Things I've Learned from Job Interviews

Image Source Since graduating in May, I've gone on several interviews. While I've yet to land any permanent jobs, I continue to go on interviews because I feel that, with each interview, I get better at being intervie…
Save Yourself Money and From Headaches When Traveling

I'm on a trip right now, so it's too late for me to take advantage of any tips on saving money while planning a trip, or at least make the process go more smoothly. But there's always a next time. And with the Spri…
How to Get Fees Waived

You'll often hear personal finance experts and bloggers advocating the practice of asking for fee waivers. Whether it's from banks, airlines or cellphone companies, they often say that "just asking" is enough to get s…
Have You Ever Been Upsold?

Ah, the upsell. At the movie theaters, they want to upsell you to the next size popcorn or soda. Car salesmen want you to choose more options. At stores, "bargains" like 2 for $5 or 2.75 each entice you to buy two it…
Despite the Recession, Hotel Tipping Stays Strong

Despite the prevalence of recession-inspired terms like "staycation," Americans still travel—and the majority of said travelers have not altered their tipping habits, The Window Seat reports. A recent survey by Tra…
Back to Basics: Financial Steps to Take Now

It isn't news that, here on Dollarish, we're really focused on financial steps and missteps for everyone. But one of the best things you can do is get started in the right direction as young as you can. We frequently ta…
Why You Can't Stick To Your Budget...

Making a budget may initially seem like the hardest part of personal finance since creating a good budget involves a lot of research into your own spending habits. But if you're like many people, you may discover afte…
Does Splitting the Check Make You a Cheapskate?

A lot of etiquette tips tend to raise my hackles. It's not because I like being rude or anything, but I feel like so much of the advice given is completely outdated and irrelevant to my life. For example, I suppose host…