May 21

Fuel Up for Less

A fuel pump nozzle with a drop of petrol. Very high resolution 3D render.How many of you actually watch the price of gas and fill up when you see the price reduced? I will admit that I am one who fails to watch gas prices and typically just fill up when I need to. Watching gas prices can be like watching the stock market and you never really know when there is a low or when there is a high. However, by watching gas prices you can save some money in the long run.

One of the best saving tips I was given on gas prices was to watch the Calgary Gas Prices website for the lowest prices and trends. This website gives you the places in town that have the lowest gas prices, what the price is and where they are located. At the time that I am writing this article it will save you 5 cents per litre by going to a lower priced gas station compared to most of the big name stations. Read the rest of this entry »

May 14

Dining on a Budget

Chicken Wings

 

As a request from one of my loyal blog readers I have been asked to talk about ways to save money while dining out. Considering I dine out anywhere from 3-7 times per week I may have a few tips or tricks you want to try. Keep in mind I’m not a foodie, just a person who enjoys a meal that is prepared in a way I wouldn’t normally eat it at home.  Here are a few ways I save money: Read the rest of this entry »

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