Author Archives: Ashkan
Overdraft protection: what is it costing you?
My bank offers this magic bullet called overdraft protection, however upon closer inspection it can be the antithesis as protection comes with a price. Today, bouncing a check is costly,…
Cutting cost on auto insurance
Auto insurance is one of the most widespread necessary evils; as it is required by law and pricing is not in your control. I spent one year from 2007-2008 working…
How to Travel During Tough Economic Times – Part 3
Train travel is not as cheap as once perceived; particularly overseas. In Europe, forget taking the train these days. Eurorail costs have gone up and bullet train prices can be…
How to Travel During Tough Economic Times – Part 2
The 2nd post in a series of posts about budget travel. Eating like a King for Dollars The simplest way to save money when traveling is to eat like the…
How to Travel During Tough Economic Times
Most people shudder at the thought of budget travel. It conjures up images of standby-by or red eye flights, questionable hotels and unrealistic travel tips that can turn a vacation…