Monthly Archives: April 2009

Ordering Business Checks

Business, business tips
I think we're going to order checks for Mr. A's business checking accounts from the company recommended by the credit union.  The brochure they gave me says the company is named Clarke American, but the website says they are now Harland Clarke. I love looking through these little brochures, I know, I'm weird like that. I finally found the ones that I think we'll order.  I checked a couple of online check ordering companies and the cost for the ones… Read the rest

Zenni Optical Order Placed

saving money
I did it. I ordered a pair of Zenni Optical glasses.  You can get a pair of single vision glasses for as little as $8.00 plus $4.95 shipping. I ordered two pair for myself, and one pair for AJ.  We both need a spare pair, in case our Costco pair needs to be replaced. I ordered at 10pm on Saturday April 3rd, Arizona time.  Shipping is a flat rate of $4.95 – for one or more pairs.  The invoice says… Read the rest

My New Glasses

saving money
I finally got a chance to get an appointment with the optometrist at Costco, and spent about half an hour trying to find a new pair of frames. The last time I got glasses at Costco, I splurged and bought the type that comes with magnetic clip-on sunglasses. I asked about this type again, but was disappointed to find that the clip-on sunglasses were very cheap and flimsy. The frames were also very rounded, which was a disappointment.  I really… Read the rest

Your Paycheck Should Get Bigger in April

Carnivals, taxes
On March 30th I worked with my boss helping to get our payroll recalculated for April.  Most people should see an increase in their paycheck due to the Making Work Pay Tax Credit.  However, if you fall into any of these categories, you should make sure enough withholding taxes are being taken from your check: 1) You are an employee with two concurrent jobs, 2) You and your spouse both work, or 3) You can be claimed as a dependent… Read the rest