Finance

As the festive season looms ever nearer I got to thinking about the legal implications of Christmas, as only a lawyer would.

The Oily Rag mail bags have been full of great tips and titillations from those wanting to make a dollar buy two dollars worth of goods, and how to make the most of what we have around us.

If you're on LinkedIn, or are thinking about going on there, the social network is a great way to reconnect with colleagues and friends, and find professional opportunities.

We often hear the phrase, "shop smarter New Zealand" during the TV ad breaks, and that's exactly what those living off the smell of an oily rag do.

It's time to empty the oily rag mailbags - there are some interesting ideas about how to make a dollar worth two, and how to make the most of what we have around us.

Some stats and facts you may not know relating to Trauma Cover

It's interesting to hear why people choose to live off the smell of an oily rag. Over the years oily raggers have told us how much pleasure they get from a frugal lifestyle.

Apartment vacancy levels rise over Christmas and New Year, but come January, many GrownUps start shopping for an apartment for their sons and daughters.

This week we continue our "spend-less" Christmas theme.

! Living off the smell of an oily rag is fun anyway, but more so when you go on a little or no cost holiday.