Travelling on a Budget

Travelling on a budget is the only way we get around here at Kiku Corner. As poor students Tomiko and I would jump on a plane every chance we got, even when we were only working part-time. Over the years we have collected a list of our favourite travel tips, which we are happy to […]

How to Save Money on Your Groceries – Part Two

How To Save Money On Your Groceries, Part Two

In the eternal quest to save money, it’s important to take a look at your monthly grocery bill. Since we need to feed ourselves, people often tend to justify spending more than necessary on food. I track my spending, and over the past few months and even though my monthly grocery budget is $150, I often […]

How to Save Money on Your Groceries – Part One

How To Save Money On Your Groceries, Part One

In the eternal quest to save money, it’s important to take a look at your monthly grocery bill. Since we need to feed ourselves, people often tend to justify spending more than necessary on food. I track my spending, and over the past few months and even though my monthly grocery budget is $150, I often […]

The Year in Books: August

The Year in Books: August, Kiku Corner

In July I read How a Second Grader Beats Wall Street by Allan S. Roth. It was easy to read but a lot of the information was basic investing stuff. Great for beginners (or second-graders), but I feel I’ve passed that point. I would still recommend it to friends that want to learn about investing. […]

The Year in Books: July

The Year in Books: July

Here is what I am planning to start reading in July: How a Second Grader Beats Wall Street: Golden Rules Any Investor Can Learn by Allan S. Roth. Look at Circle of Pine Tree‘s whole list of books for July! I got really into personal finance and investing a few years ago. I’ve plowed through most […]