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Take Advantage of Savings (part 3)

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 30 - 2009

In our previous postings about take advantage of savings (part 1, part 2) we were talking about how to do a little bit of a paperwork shuffle to get savings that you were most likely missing out on already.

credit meter

This week we’ll take a look at more of in innards of you financial machine to see if by adding a touch of lube. (now I know all about the system that totally disregards borrowing money of any kind and disregards the FICO score, however in America your credit score seems to be tied to too much to just disregard it.)

Why is it so important to monitor your credit?

According to a report by the U.S. Public Research Interest Groups in 2004, one in four Americans had serious enough errors that would have resulted in a denial of credit.  Even worse, 79% of those surveyed had at least some form of error.

Who’s checking your credit score these days?

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FrugalDate – Cincinnati, OH

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 29 - 2009

loveNoteLooking for something cheap and creative to do in the Cincinnati area as a date idea? Well thanks to our searching we’ve found another great date (or first date) plan that at most is under $20 and if you’re a student at the University of Cincinnati then it’s FREE.

If your date likes a little more cultured experience then take them out to the Music for Winds and Voices concert being held at the  College Conservatory of Music on the UC campus.

Here’s the Details:

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More Free Condoms Samples

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 29 - 2009

lowresenvyboxfrontrBecause it’s one of the most popular things that Frugal Daters want, we went out looking and found more free condoms samples for you to sign up and receive.  These samples always go fast (and supplies are always limited) though so you might want to click on the link and fill out your info. No post office boxes are allowed for this one either, so you have to put in yours (or someone else’s) physical address .

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FrugalDate – Charleston, SC

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 28 - 2009

lights_in_the_snowIt’s the holiday season, so why not enjoy it for the month or so that it lasts. It can actually present some fun ways to make a memorable creative date.

The Holiday Festival of Lights is open once again at the James Island County Park . So double date if you like, turn on the christmas songs, pack some hot cider or cocoa and make a magic moment.

Here’s the Details:

WHEN: nights until January 3, 2010
WHERE:
COST: $10 for a car up to 15 people
LINK: (Official Link HERE)

Popularity: unranked [?]

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FrugalDate – Denver, CO

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 27 - 2009

If you’re in the Denver area and looking for a recession beater date idea then you might want to check out the new-variety show that’s in town:

xmas_ballBalls! A Holiday Spectacular.

“BALLS! A Holiday Spectacular (PG 16)” is a new-fashioned variety show conceived and performed by Melanie Owen Padilla and Mare Trevathan, with flashy guest stars and a chorus of sock puppets. “

 

WHEN: December 3 – 19, 2009
Thursdays – Saturdays at 7:31pm
WHERE: BINDERY – 2180 Stout St, Denver, CO
COST: Tickets are Pay-What-It’s-Worth; Offering Plate will be passed; Cash or Check Only, please.
Reservations: 720.221.3821 or lida@lida.org

Popularity: unranked [?]

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Quit Googling Me!!

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 26 - 2009

Ever been curious about someone you’ve been talking to? Well there’s a new search engine around that’s all about finding people called Pipl.

piplYou can see right from the homepage screenshot that it gives you the option to search right from a screen name directly. Now with this screenname, you don’t have to put the @ and the last part of the name (like yahoo, aim, etc).

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5 tips for meeting your date’s family (Holiday style)

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 25 - 2009

928966_christmas_turkey_1The holiday seasons, at least before hand, always bring to mind a feeling of happiness and joy. But as they’ve gotten here reality starts to set in and most years the wheels come off at some point in time.

If you plan on either 1) going to your boyfriend or girlfriend’s house or 2) having them and their family over then take a look at our top 5 tips for meeting families to keep the stress (and the crazy) to a minimum this holiday season. grey1

Brief (or get briefed) on topics that are off limits. Throughout your dates I’m sure there’s been a story or two (or more) that has come up about their family. Many of these are funny and or scary. Many of these stories are OFF LIMITS during family dinners especially to those not accepted inside the circle yet. You need to know what you can and can’t bring up as topic starters.

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FrugalDate – Dallas, TX

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 25 - 2009

Christmas_tree_iconIt’s Turkey time, which means the holiday season is upon us. And besides the time to spend lots of money there are frugaldates to be found. That’s because even though times are slim there are still those in the holiday spirit. so if you’re down on your luck right now (aka you’re one of the unemployed men or women out there) don’t fret we’ve found another great FREE date idea for you – especially if you’re in the Dallas / Ft. Worth area.

WHEN: Friday Nov 27th 12:00 pm
WHERE: Galleria ( map )
13340 Dallas Pkwy.
Dallas, TX
COST: Free
LINK: http://www.galleriadallas.com/

Popularity: unranked [?]

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FrugalDate – Dallas, TX

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 24 - 2009

Just because the Hockey season has just started doesn’t mean that you can’t get your Stanley Cup hopes started early – especially with a visit to see the real Stanley cup live and in person. Now I know if you’re a Stars fan that it’s been a while since it’s been a whirlwind of stanley_cup_hhofplayoff nailbiters.

So if you have a date that’s a Dallas Stars fan (or a sports fan) and don’t have (or don’t want to spend) the money for seats at the Dr. Pepper center at the moment then this is the next best thing. A FREE trip to see the cup.  It’s perfect if you’re on a tight budget while holiday shopping or because you’re still job shopping during the holiday season.

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Need free Wi-Fi? We found it

Posted by Frugal Dater On November - 22 - 2009

wifi_smHave you ever gone into a place that has the sign out front saying “Wi-Fi available” only to open up your netbook, laptop, or smartphone and try to connect where you get to the entry page that asks you for your credit / debit card number? This happened to me one time while waiting to meet a friend at a McDonalds that had said Wi-Fi inside on the signs outside the building.

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Being single and playing the dating game is tough enough, but going bankrupt shouldn\'t be a part of it while you\'re looking for Miss or Mr. Right. This is why we created the frugal dater, finding you free and cheap dating ideas that will help you through these tough times with out making you look like a tightwad. No matter if you found your date online, at a dating site, through a networking group, at a bar or via chance encounter - you can have a great time on any budget.

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