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Money-Saving Packing Strategies

I took a crash course in efficient packing shortly after I was forced to fork over $100 to United Airlines for failing to keep my bags under 50 pounds. For an extra $150, I could have purchased my bag a seat and let it ride next to me on my flight. I kicked myself for months following that debacle.  It was a costly mistake that should have never happened. With holiday travel peaking in a few days, consider the following packing tips so that you won’t be forced to shell out extra dough on your flight to grandma’s house: Make … Continue reading →

Travel Warning—-Batteries Not Allowed and Bumping Tragedy

If you tend to travel with loose batteries in your luggage take note—-beginning January 1st the Transportation Department is banning lithium batteries from checked baggage. The new mandate is designed to reduce the risk of fires. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, fire-protection systems in the cargo hold of passenger planes can’t put out fires sparked in lithium batteries. Which means loose lithium batteries can no longer be packed in checked bags. You can still carry lithium batteries in your checked bags if they are installed in electronic devices, such as cameras, cellphones and laptop computers. Also, you can travel … Continue reading →

Frugal Moving Tips (2)

Continuing the article from yesterday, I’d like to offer still more frugal tips for moving. Between lifting and hauling, sorting and moving items, any moving day activity is exhausting, time consuming and can be expensive. By following the different tips I’ve offered, you could save quite a bit of money by the end! Use Containers Forget the boxes and packing tape, you might already have some items you can use for storage and moving. If you are like me, you might have several containers already in your home and since they come with lids, you save on boxes and tape! … Continue reading →

Frugal Moving Tips (1)

Not only is moving one of the most exhausting things to do, but it can be very expensive too. While I cannot exactly help with how exhausted you’ll be, I can certainly try to give you some pointers on saving money along the way. Moving day is always exceptionally hard on anyone, but often it’s the day’s leading to it that can be the most trying. Between all the packing, rentals, and more – it’s just too much. Here are some great tips on saving on the basics – packing supplies. They are usually a required part of moving and … Continue reading →