October 2014 - The Outlier Model

How to Get the Best Deals on Big Purchases

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Taylor / October 30th, 2014 / No Comments

Do you plan on making big purchases soon? Are you hoping to find the best deals? Now is the perfect time to start putting away your cash for a large purchase because many stores will be holding fall and holiday sales. But to get the most bang for your buck you should consider a few other tips. These pointers will help you find the best possible combination of deals that will lead to major savings. So...

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8 Cheap Halloween Costumes to Make in Minutes

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Taylor / October 23rd, 2014 / 1 Comment

It happens every year. You don’t plan to do anything for Halloween. Yet at the last minute you receive an invitation and you need a costume. Costumes happen to be very expensive if bought online or at a party store. And we should all avoid spending a ton of money on an outfit that we’ll only wear for a few hours. So try one of these cheap Halloween costumes that you can make at home in...

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6 Rainy Weekend Boredom-Busters

James Hendrickson / October 16th, 2014 / No Comments

There are some weekends where you just don’t want to go out. The weather is awful, you’re working with a tight budget, or you just feel compelled to stay home. That doesn’t mean you have to bored, though. Here are six smart things to do on a rainy weekend. Prepare for the Week If you’re always rushing through the week take some time to plan ahead. You can prepare a big batch of freezer meals,...

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Big Bargains, Big Profit

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James Hendrickson / October 13th, 2014 / 1 Comment

Are you a shopaholic? So do you over spend often? And then, do you regret it? If you said aye for all of the above questions, then you need to learn to shop smart. Gone are the days when one had to restrict their desires to cut down on shopping bills and welcome to the era of savvy online shopping, one that is equipped with offers, coupons and promo codes. Although it takes a bit of acclimatisation...

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