Archive for August, 2009

TEA : AN ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION TO YOUR PERSONAL AND HOUSEHOLD NEEDS

August 22nd, 2009 by Info Geek


The weekend is the time I get to unwind after a hectic week at work and enjoy sipping tea, usually without sugar in the afternoon and having finger food, biscuits or cake. A good variation is to have mint tea. Just add a few mint leaves in the tea pot or glass of tea. The [...]

BUDGETING TIPS AT HOME: HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN SILVER POLISH

August 19th, 2009 by Info Geek


Silver has long been prized as a precious metal. However, it tarnishes easily, so many silver objects turn greenish to black with age. However, when this tarnish is gently removed, the silver underneath will shine again. Silver jewelry can create that hypnotic effect through its sheen. Sterling silver jewelry looks awesomely breathtaking especially when decorated with gemstones. That [...]

OFFLOAD YOUR DEBT BURDEN: SEEK THE RIGHT DEBT MANAGEMENT COMPANY

August 15th, 2009 by Info Geek


Today’s post is contributed by a guest financial writer, Kenneth Parker.
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Falling into debt is easier than getting out of it and it can be a harrowing experience. Getting into debt is very common and there may be times when you have to seek professional assistance. A debt management plan can be one such option. Selecting [...]

HOW TO BE RECESSION-RESISTANT

August 7th, 2009 by Info Geek


I am feeling the effects of the recession. There is no year-end bonus and people I know are being retrenched from jobs they have been in for years.  I am glad I have a stable day job though it is energy-sapping. To be recession-resistant, I have decided to stick to two rules: Save more money [...]

FOOD SAVERS: WHAT TO DO WITH OVERRIPE BANANA

August 1st, 2009 by Info Geek


Bananas are nutritious. I enjoy having one for breakfast with my toast. It does not taste as good when it is has gone soft and too ripe though. Don’t chuck it in the bin. A pointer for the smart kitchen saver is to reuse overripe bananas to make new creative meals.
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